We returned a few days ago from a week long trip to San Francisco. Andy had to do business there and so we decided to tag along and enjoy the free hotel and rental car (hey, he had to get them for work anyways). Andy's family still lives there so we enjoyed some time with them and our friends the Richards. Matt was even kind enough to take me on a date while Andy stayed in the hotel with the kids and did homework. Thanks Matt! Brandon and Claire invited us to dinner at their house one night and the kids played so well together and had a great time. Abby, Brandon and Claire's adorable 5 year-old loved Samantha and came up with all sorts of fun things for them to pretend. She even told me that Samantha "is so pretty and looks just like an angel". I couldn't agree more! Aunt Cathy was a saint and took us somewhere fun everyday to get us out of the hotel and having fun. We went to a trampoline place one day and I've never seen Alex so happy in my life! That kid had a smile on his face the entire hour. Samantha was a little more hesitant and only really jumped around and had fun when the male worker watching over the place looked at her and paid attention to her. She loves the attention of males. Yes, we are in serious trouble!!
We went into the city on Saturday with Andy and enjoyed the chill and rain. I guess that's what winter in SF is like. Still, MUCH better than winter in Utah. The kids loved the sea lions.
Another afternoon we went to the beach with Cathy and Julie and let the kids play in the sand. It was windy and cold but it didn't seem to stop them from having fun. We don't make it to the beach much so I think they just take every opportunity to soak it in. I prefer my beach with a lot of sun, but I try not to be picky.
Although the kids got a slight cold on the trip we still had a nice time. The hot tub at the pool was a favorite and they both did great on the flights. Andy is taking every opportunity possible to get the kids to be good travelers since he has his sights set on a family trip to Brazil in 2014 for the World Cup. Start saving your pennies Andy!