Family...

“A happy family is but an earlier heaven.” -George Bernard Shaw

This past week while Mitch and my brother were away in Oakland on business, I was able to share my home with my sister-in-law & her precious babies, Addison & Bobby. I kicked into aunt mode for 5 whole days...and I loved it!

On Thursday we went to Disneyland where Addison, Bobby & Adriana experienced their first trip at the happiest place on earth! Of course we had to go on the Jungle Cruise to see where their daddy told jokes (over & over)...

And of course lollipops were involved... 

 And what would a trip to the magic kingdom be without seeing the fireworks? By the way, I love this photo---Addison kept saying "Tinkerbell! Tinkerbell! Hi Tinkerbell!" to every firework in the sky...until Tinkerbell made her appearance, in which case Addi said, "TIIIIIINKERBEEEELLL!!!" in the most cutest, excited voice you ever heard. Ever. 

 Friday night was spaghetti night, and I have to admit, I haven't had that much fun on a Friday night in a really long time. Who knew kids + spaghetti could be so fun? I mean, just LOOK at this little boys face!

And Addison definitely knows how to eat spaghetti like a pro, check out that cheek action...

On Saturday night we went on a mini road trip to L.A where we all had a Pink's hot dog, and went to the Griffith Observatory. Even though we didn't get a chance to see the Super Moon, it was worth the trip, and the sight of L.A all lit up.

Pretty sure this photo sums up the fun Addison had...

PS- The house is too quiet these days. Little feet and loud voices are missed, especially hugs + kisses. My heart was sad, and I have to admit, Teddy has been moping around these past two days too :(