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Knott’s Merry Farm

December 28, 2016 No Comments

We went to Knott’s Berry Farm today and they were all decorated for Christmas. It was Janie’s first visit and possibly Dada’s too. Snoopy was at the entrance to greet us and Janie was excited to show him her Snoopy t-shirt.

While we waited for the rest of the family to arrive, we walked around Ghost Town and she got a peek at an old school house.

Then it was off to Camp Snoopy for some rides!!!

Alice arrived and Janie was so happy to see her.

They rode the airplane ride while Peanut took some pictures with Snoopy.

Toni and Thomas also came along and they rode the train together.

https://youtu.be/yn43Fzmll0c

Peanut learned how to say “choo-choo” and pump his arm.

For lunch, we went to the Knott’s Fried Chicken Restaurant.

Peanut swiped one of Mama’s drumsticks off her plate.

Then it was back into the park for more rides. The girls rode the Kite Flyer next.

Weeeeee!!

The lines were unusually long today but the girls entertained themselves really well.

On the Huff-n-Puff, the ride was kid-powered.

https://youtu.be/GHcuxxTq2Xw

Peanut was still too short for a lot of the rides so he spent some time playing in the play area and walking around with Yai.

The girls went on the big bus ride with Dada and Uncle Johnny. Janie said it was a lot of fun.

In the afternoon, we found Santa Snoopy and got a family photos taken.

By the end of the day, Janie had chocolate on her face and jello stains on her shirt. It was a good day for this girl.

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Family Thai Feast

December 26, 2016 No Comments

We had dinner with Mama’s cousins and kids this evening and Janie was so happy to see Alice. They just returned from Las Vegas and it was their first time seeing each other this trip.

She also played Spot It with Brandon while they waited for the food to arrive.

Then it was a gift bonanza!!

We also managed to get a group photo of the whole family. Merry Christmas!!

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Christmas 2016

December 25, 2016 No Comments

For Christmas, we went to Uncle Jason and Auntie Jia’s house. Dada prepared a standing rib roast today and used a blowtorch to prep the meat.

Thomas and Toni got a front-row seat to the fiery action.

Mama, Peanut, and Janie arrived a little later and were ready to play!

Dinner was delicious and Janie enjoyed sitting with her family.

After dinner, the kids opened presents. There were SO MANY presents!!

Merry Christmas, Everyone!!

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handsome boy

December 25, 2016 No Comments

Check out this little dude’s Christmas outfit!!

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Disneyland on Christmas Eve

December 24, 2016 No Comments

For the 5th year in a row, we went to Disneyland for Christmas Eve. Yaaaaay!! We lucked out on the weather given the huge rain storm we had overnight.

Our first ride was “It’s a Small World” and the line was super short.

Peanut was very excited for a boat ride and Dada was not “keeping all arms and hands inside the boat”.

This little guy couldn’t help dancing and clapping to the festive music.

We later went to Fantasyland and rode Peter Pan, which was Janie and Peanut’s first time.

While Peanut took a nap, Janie went on Dumbo with Dada.

Then it was off to the carousel for a spin.

Before lunch, we took a stroll down Main Street. What a gorgeous day it was today!

Peanut loved walking and exploring. This year is so much for fun for him compared to last year!

At Carnation Cafe, Janie had the “make your own sandwich” meal complete with goldfish-shaped bread!

During the Christmas Parade, Mama and Dada went on some fast rides.

We then went to Tomorrowland and Janie got a Driver’s License and tried driving a car with Mama’s help.

The Astro Orbiter was also a fun ride for Janie.

Somehow we managed to squeeze the three of us into the rocket while Peanut watched from the sidelines.

We tried going on Astro Blasters but Janie was too scared to actually use the laser gun. Peanut liked the joystick for spinning the car.

We tried taking a family photo in front of the castle.

We also caught the “Paint the Night” Parade from our dinner table at Plaza Inn tonight. Janie was so happy to see Elsa on her ice castle.

https://youtu.be/vgy5_-DQs_c

Peanut also enjoyed the parade and danced along.

Janie eventually fell asleep in the stroller but Peanut was still wide awake so he got a ride on Dumbo with Mama and Dada. Weee!!!

After the kids went to bed, Mama and Dada went back to the park for a couple more hours to finish the night.

Merry Christmas, Everyone!!!

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early gifts

December 21, 2016 No Comments

Auntie Stephanie advised us to open our gifts before our trip to SoCal so Janie opened her gift and helped Peanut with his. They each got a shirt with a Disney character on it – perfect for our visit to Disneyland on Saturday!

Peanut also received an “indestructible” book. Looks like he’s accepted the challenge! Will keep you posted.

Then since we were on a roll, Janie opened their gifts from Sophie and Avia. Janie was so happy to see that she got a Skye Paw Patrol action figure. She even said “Sophie knows Skye is my favorite pup!”

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Christmas Tree!!

December 9, 2016 No Comments

This evening, we went to pick out a Christmas tree at the lot down the street. We picked another 3-foot tree and Janie helped us choose a good one.

I tried to get a photo of the kids together but this was the best I could do.

This guy won’t stay still long enough to get a photo lately.

Our little girl decorated the tree and all the ornaments started out at Peanut’s height.

With a little rearranging from Mama, the tree was all decorated for the season! Good job, KK!

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Holiday Lights Trolley

December 5, 2016 No Comments

Auntie Yoon bought us tickets for the Holiday Lights Trolley tonight!

We all hopped on a party trolley complete with Christmas lights and festive music blasting.

Peanut stood with Dada for most of the ride and danced to the music.

https://youtu.be/AEiraPOcmGw

I think he had the best time.

We arrived Downtown right at the same time as the Tsaos! They had just walked over from their car and we waved to each other as the trolley drove by.

There was a huge display including a Shaka Santa and lots of trees inside.

We had so much fun! Thanks again, Auntie Yoon!

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Another Family Dinner

December 26, 2015 No Comments

Every time we visit Cerritos, we gather up all of Mama’s cousins and we have a big Thai feast at Thai Nakorn. Tonight was our dinner and we had almost everyone there this time! Here is Peanut with Brandon, Cole, and Auntie Marie.