{ FULL HOUSE }

A couple weeks ago we had quite the full house. We had almost my entire family in town, and we were lucky enough to have them stay with us. Claire absolutely loved it. She was constantly entertained which means I got a very much needed break. The first week we just had my youngest siblings, Britt and Alysse, with us. We were sure to show them a good time. We took them to the nickel cade, bowling, the falls, and miniature golf multiple times. They are both so easy going and helpful that I didn't want them to leave. I think I am going to have to ship them out here every few months. The second week my parents joined the party. It was nice for them to finally get to come spend some quality time with the little bear. She just loves them all!

{ SUMMER STORMS }

Am I the only one that loves these random summer rain storms?? Well I LOVE them. The other day we were watching the storm come through. Brian and I were very much entertained, however Claire wasn't all that interested. She was more focused on licking the window. Yum.

{ FAM FUN }

Occasionally the inner child in me and Brian comes out, and we head to the Nickel Cade.

This time i discovered my favorite game! I was hooked. So hooked I even started to feel sick after a while.
I was curious as to how many tickets I could make this thing poop. The concept was kind of gross but kind of hilarious.
Brian could be found playing the old school X-Men arcade. Then he got a little greedy and we had to cash out.
Oh and lets not forget about Claire. Lucky for her they had this gem (most likely covered in a insane amount of germs). She didn't care much for the mary go round one, or the WAL MART TRUCK one. Yes you heard me right, WAL MART TRUCK. I tried getting a picture of her in it because I thought it was hilarious, but she wasn't having it.
Claire drowning in our winnings, and not happy about it.
Our final Tally.
Being the nice wife that I am, I let Brian go ahead and pick the prize. And what does he want?.......CANDY! Of course this didn't surprise me. He does and can eat like a 12 year old. If only we could all be so fortunate.
On the drive home I desired a little stop at the local Yogurtland. Yum. Oh and as if the night wasn't filled with enough childish fun, Yogurtland had Hello Kitty Cups and spoons!
I don't know about any of you but I'm pretty sure I spent every weekend of 4th grade at South Coast Plaza creeping around the Sanrio store.

We may just have to do this all again next week.

{ CLAIRE'S CAMERA FACE }

Claire's Camera face from Lauren Phelps on Vimeo.

Lately Claire has been doing this hilarious/creepy facial expression, every time we pull out our phones to take a picture. She is hilarious. This video and photo are proof.

{ ONE YEAR OLDER AND WISER TOO }

{Laying one on the birthday boy}

Yesterday we had so much fun celebrating the one and only Mr B for his 29th birthday. We started the festivities with bowling. Bowling is one of Brian's favorite activities. I think it's because he is REALLY good. Oakley and I actually played really well which is not typical for us. I think with our new found talent we might have to join a bowling league. So after bowling we all headed back to our place for some delicious cake, and ice cream cookie sandwiches (if I do say myself). It's hard to believe that Brian will be 30 next year. We are getting so old!! Haha Ok well not necessarily old but its just freaking me out how fast life is happening. It's just not fair. Anyway, Brian I hope you had the best birthday yet! Next year will be even better I'm sure.