Nix Nature Center Hike 2/2/2013

We enjoyed a Saturday afternoon hike at the Nix Nature Center.

From Top to Bottom:

Robyn

Bennett

Christian

Dylan

The map from the Nature Center wasn't to scale--

So it took us longer than we thought to get to the top of Little Sycamore Trail--where it meets Serrano Ridge Trail.  Nice view, but lost on the kids.

Hence the frowny face from Dylan.

Fortunately the trip down went much faster!

Ryan is off to BYU

Ryan is off to BYU on a new adventure, for Winter term 2013.

 All bags are packed.

Notice the Guitar case and Ukulele box.

Everything fit in Dylan Lamb's car.

And they're off to BYU Provo.

Friday, January 5, 2013

Christmas Talk 2012

I was asked to speak in Sacrament Meeting, on December 23rd, two days before Christmas.

For all the last minute shoppers, I shared my Christmas Gift list.

Every one can give these gifts, no matter their budget.

And everyone loves to receive them--all year round.

Christmastime 2012

A few photos of some of the nice Christmas Time activities around 39 Calle Cabrillo.

Truly we are very blessed.

 The week before Christmas, Erik Larsen conducts a 6-Scout Eagle Court of Honor.

I worked with three of these scouts, mostly when they were younger.

 "P-Dog" on Christmas Morning.

She's wants to open her presents: a new food and water dish.

 Stephen Davis models the "Assassin's Creed" hoodie look--from the video game.

Daaaaad--don't take this picture!

 Robyn, multitasking.

Checking on Christmas brunch, in the oven, while talking to her Mom Joyce (who is visiting family in New York)

 Christmas Tree lights.

 Sleepy boys on Christmas Morning.

Austin and Rachel will arrive shortly.

 Christian takes a break from photographing all the present-opening activity.

 Great Grandma Marion with Grandson Dylan.

 Bennett peeking through Grandpa Jeff's knees.

 A few days after Christmas,

a large Cooper's Hawk perches on our backyard fence,

as Ryan and I are eating breakfast.

Impromptu Musical Group

at our extended-family gathering on12/29

We had 32 family members join us, and all of GG Marion's and GG Steve's great grandchildren were present.

As soon as I get some photos, I'll post them.

Love to all the family, and thanks to Heavenly Father for these and all blessings.

December visit to see Mom and Dad

In December Robyn and I had a nice visit with Mom and Dad in PV. Dad is getting stronger after his heart surgery.

 When my friend saw this he said---"Look how handsome your Dad is--he still has all his hair"

 Mom is so great, helping us all out.

Mom and Dad's "favorite" daughter.

Doheny Beach Campout October 2012

We had a multi-family campout Friday-Sat (October 26-27) at Doheny State Beach in Dana Point.
I need some pictures. I will post more as soon as I get them.

Thanksgiving Hike 2012 at Whiting Ranch

We started Thanksgiving Morning with a hike up Whiting Ranch to the bridge.

Austin and Rachel were running the Turkey Trot when this was taken!