Peanut looked so cute talking to Yai this morning in his chair. This gave Mama just enough time to make breakfast.
sofa time
This boy loves to be upright so he gets a couple of minutes on the sofa sometimes. This evening, I found him having a quiet moment with Yai.
Bay Area Science Festival
This morning, we went to the science festival that took place across the street at AT&T Park. Thankfully it was free to get in!
There were a bunch of science demos and exhibits. The upper level had stuff that was more appropriate for Janie.
She also insisted on sitting in the bleachers. I think she was disappointed that there wasn’t an actual baseball game going on today.
She did, however, enjoy the twirly tube slide. It was her first time and she stood in line and went down all on her own while Mama waited down below to take a photo.
It was so much fun that she went on twice!
The trolley is always a big hit with this girl.
What a fun morning!
Yai and Peanut
Yai flew back up to SF with us on Wednesday and she’s staying for a week. Peanut loves his grandma but also gives her such a hard time.
morning
We’re getting back into our morning routine now. Luckily, we have Yai here for a week to help us out. This morning, Peanut watched his big sister eat breakfast.
Cerritos Mall
This morning, we all went to the Cerritos Mall. Janie loved riding in the bus and on the motorcycle.
She also helped Mama find some pants at Gap and then went hiding in one of the racks at Nordstrom.
Where is she?!
Then we stopped for a snack at Paris Baguette before Janie headed back to the house with Yai and Ta.
Peanut stayed behind with Mama so that we could make our lunch date with Mama’s friends.
McDonald’s
Yai and Ta hang out at the local McDonald’s every morning with their friends. Today before lunch, we stopped by with them.
Peanut got to meet all of their friends today and looked like just one of the guys.
He also charmed one of Yai’s girlfriends. She had heard so much about him from Yai and they finally got to meet.
Disneyland!!
This morning everyone was up early to go to Disneyland! It was a continuation of our celebration of Alice’s 2nd Birthday. Even Peanut was in a good mood and didn’t mind the ride in the car this time.
This would be Janie’s 5th(!) time and Peanut’s 1st!! Unfortunately, Janie wasn’t in a picture-taking mood this morning.
Our first stop was Fantasyland where we beat the crowds and got on Dumbo, Casey Jr. and the carousel within the first hour.
Janie flew Dumbo up and down while Peanut snoozed through the ride.
Next was the Nemo submarine ride and there was a super-short line there too!!
Some parts are still a little scary but there were no tears and Janie still had a lot of fun. She was excited to see all her favorite characters swimming around.
Afterward, Janie went to Autopia and drove a yellow roadster with Ta.
She was behind the wheel while Ta pressed the gas pedal for her. Not sure if she could even see over the wheel but she had a blast.
After a big BBQ lunch, both kids passed out for their naps.
Peanut woke up first and was all smiles during his diaper change.
After their naps, Janie and Alice watched the Frozen play at the Royal Theater. I think Janie was a little star-struck when she saw Elsa and Anna appear on stage.
Meanwhile, Peanut hung out with Mama and Yai outside.
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He had some good belly laughs with his grandma today.
Before dinner, the girls went on the teacups with Uncle Johnny and Auntie Joy. It doesn’t look like it in this picture but Janie said it was a lot of fun.
For dinner, Janie got a kids meal that came with mac and cheese, apples, carrots, and milk. Cool!!
While Yai waited in our parade spot, the kids went on the Astro Orbiter (aka rocketships). I was amazed at how well these two girls can wait in line.
Janie was the driver again and said this was her favorite ride of the day.
Uncle Johnny and Auntie Joy also took her on another ride on the carousel.
The wait for the parade was pretty long and Janie tried so hard to stay awake for it. Luckily, it started just in time and she LOVED seeing Elsa and Anna on the castle float.
Peanut was awake for the Light the Night Parade and was in awe of all the lights, music, and movement. He kept hoo-ing throughout the whole thing.
The grand finale was the fireworks that started right after the parade. We saw Nemo swim across the sky and Janie’s favorite song “Let it Go” was played while the fireworks went off and snow started to fall.
What a fun day at the “Happiest Place on Earth”. It’s so much fun to see Disneyland through Janie’s eyes. I grew up at this place and it’s like reliving all the fun and magic all over again with her.
She was also quite a trooper today and I was so happy to see her on her best behavior. She patiently waited in line, followed directions, told us when she had to use the bathroom (no accidents!), and even took a nap today.
This was also Peanut’s first visit. It’s Disneyland’s 60th Anniversary and it’ll be fun to see him take his own kids there for the 100th Anniversary. Hopefully I’ll still be alive and healthy enough to tag along with them.
Happy Halloween!
It’s Peanut’s first Halloween and he dressed up as a really tough-looking Robin to help fight crime alongside his big sister Batgirl.
Hello to Yai
Yai called today and Peanut was so happy to see her. It’s amazing what he can see and hear. Too bad I didn’t get a video of all the sounds and expressions he was making today.
You can see his little face in the bottom left window. So cute.