Gemma's trip to Carmel and Monterey

The Pyka's were kind enough to let us stay in their home in Carmel by the Sea for a fabulous week on the beach. We had so much fun and Gemma enjoyed some time on the beach with her dad. Allen and Ruel came down for a stay and we headed to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, one of my favorite places ever. Gemma was impressed. She loved Uncle Ruel and clung to him through much of the day. She also took advantage of the fact that he wouldn't make her sit in a stroller. Here are a few pics.

A Visit from Aunt La (the birthday girl!)

So, this post comes a little late, but we sure did have fun when Aunt La came to town. We were lucky enough to get her over her birthday and even though she's getting really old, she's still as hip and pretty as ever. She brought Gem a bag of goodies. Gemma has been obsessed with the glitter ball ever since. It's a great distraction for when I'm changing her daiper. Rebecca was kind enough to babysit while La and I had a girls' day, unfortunately Gemma's patience wore thin when it was time for shopping in SF. Still and all, it was fun and we loved getting to see Lana. We're very excited to live closer to family.

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