Watch us grow!
It’s rare that we get the whole family together in the Bay Area. We almost got everyone up here but Uncle Johnny and Auntie Joy couldn’t make it up this weekend. After the birthday party, we all went out for dinner at Southshore Center. The kids ran around for a bit, had some Chinese food, and then stopped for ice cream.
Uncle Jason bought the birthday girl some cherry vanilla ice cream with sprinkles to top off her special day.
After lunch, we stopped at Creamistry for a little dry ice show and a yummy treat. Look at this funny trio of kids!!
The ice cream is made with dry ice and the kids loved seeing the mist come down.
The girls shared their Cinnamon Toast Crunch ice cream while Peanut was left behind.
Luckily Mama came prepared with a fruit pouch for him.
We also got a nice family photo together before heading back to the house.
Mama wasn’t feeling well this morning so the kids went for a walk in the mall with Yai and Ta.
The stores weren’t open yet but there was plenty to see and lots of room to run.
Janie also got to ride these coin-operated rides.
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.
Peanut liked the view from up high this morning.
https://youtu.be/ygCcpflAWjc
Alice came over after her bath this evening and the girls had just a good time together before it was time for bed.
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!!
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!!
Janie went to Black Bear Diner with Yai and Ta this morning for breakfast.
She had a big hearty meal of pancakes, bacon, and sausage. Yummy!
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!!!