Summer California Trip

This summer we flew to California. Beautiful weather, sandy beaches (mostly), and wonderful company all made for a vacation to remember. It was action-packed: flew in to San Diego Tues morning, spent the rest of the day with Keith's bro Ryan, Donna, and Kasia at the San Diego Zoo. It lives up to the hype, for sure. Absolutely beautiful landscaping, wide variety of animals with environments/exhibits being the nicest I've seen.


The next day we went to Seaworld and watched the shows and walked around. Our favorite show was not Shamu, but "Clyde and Seamore's Risky Rescue." Hilarious. Sea Lions are smart AND funny. The Dolphin Discovery was fun, but getting to touch the Rays was even better. They're squishier than I'd thought. Luke and Kasia were great. Aren't they adorable?



Then Wednesday evening we drove up to San Clemente and stayed with Keith's aunt Linda for a few days. During that time, was the Bellon Family Reunion (Grandma Mehner's side). Thursday afternoon was a dinner at a Nature Park Center, Friday was up at a lake in the mountains, and Saturday we spent at Corona del Mar Beach and then at a relative's home for dinner and more swimming and games.




But now for the main event. This summer Keith's grandparents were sealed in the Newport Temple and it was something! Special doesn't even begin to describe this most important occasion.




They are so happy! But I'll tell you what, Grandma is a lesson in patience. They'd only been married 58 years! Keith's father and uncle were sealed to them as well.
The next few days were spent with Grandma and Grandpa, playing cards, taking walks, eating good food. Treasured memories.