Long Beach Aquarium

Yes, yes, Colleen already posted these pictures, too! You must be thinking that only family views my blog--ha! Wait....that's probably true...oh, for heaven's sake, skip it if you've already seen them! "Bubba Gump" stuff always reminds us of Shane (our brother)! When he was a teen, Shane had a hat with Bubba Gump on it, and he was really good at imitating Forrest Gump!

There are sharks behind us, but you obviously can't see them! Notice how we always take shots while looking up? That's to hide our double chins! Dang genetics....or was it those Reese's cups we ate?



Ha, ha, ha!! I'm sure this is an accurate imitation of a displaced...what are those called? Crawdad? No... Crab.....no, (I swear, pregnancy makes me sooooo sloooooowww)... Hermit crab!! Remember winning those at carnivals and such?



Almost a cleavage shot! I suppose the only time I could have such a shot would be when I'm pregnant! Unlike Jennifer.....;)




Colleen was scared in this picture...look at her nervous smile! When she turned around, the stingray was RIGHT on her!



Not her first time on a shark rocket....what!? What are you thinking of!?
I love you, Colleen! You are so fun!

Newport Harbor/Sunset

I know Beanie already posted these pictures, but I want them on MY blog, too! So, go ahead and skip this post if you've seen them....Jenn!
Colleen snapped some great sunset pictures while we were eating our pizza on the lifeguard stand!
The one above is my favorite--I like the birds, waves and surfers!



There is actually an ocean behind us, but the sun is so bright that it drowns it out!
Dustin and Colleen standing in front of the Ferry ramp!
Scary mariner dude....

Tide Pools

While Colleen was here, we took her down to the Tide Pools in Laguna Beach! It was quite enjoyable to find sea treasures within the rocks! We accidentally arrived during high tide, so we had to tromp through the water to get there, but it was still a grand time! Colleen liked poking the sea anemones and making them close up on her finger! It's scary the first time...I remember!
A plethora of sea urchins!

I really like the colors of that sea anemone!

My sweet sister!

My handsome husband!
A huge star fish!

There are three fish in this picture--can you spot them? I love nature!

Beanie poking an anemone!

Dustin...just chilling!

If you look closely to the right of our heads, you can see the little keyhole that we had to go through to reach the tide pools! What a fun day!

Talented Erica!!

Erica, my sister-in-law (Shane's wife), is one of the most talented ladies that I know! She is always amazing me with her ability to create, develop and embellish crafty items! In fact, here is her website: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5780505 You can find all sorts of cute, useful items on there! Above, you can see the baby blanket she MADE for our little one! I had been looking for just the right blanket to bring Kavella home from the hospital in, so I was thrilled to receive this PERFECT blanket! Isn't it so cute?! The "minky" pictured below is another of her wonderful creations! When the baby is older, she will enjoy tugging and feeling all the different tabs! Thank you, Erica, for your talent and generosity!! You're the best!!

HB Pier

We enjoyed strolling down the pier and eating at Ruby's Diner! I loved having Colleen here! She is so much fun!