I don’t know that she’ll ever join the Joffrey Ballet, but I love watching my girl dance!  She’s got a lot of soul that she puts into her moves and grooves.  It’s the cutest thing to watch!  And man, is she musical! When we were in California, my friend Marshelle suggested we hit Corvette Diner in San Diego.  What a hit with everyone!  The food was super-yummy and diner-ish.  My turkey burger was delish.  And I even tried fried pickles (one word: yum).  After dinner the kids got to go into the arcade and spend their coins.  Emma and Emily (who, by the way, look like they could be sisters) jammed on Dance Dance Revolution.  See for yourself!

Part of the reason we went back to California a second time was to get in some beach time that June Gloom took away from us when we were there last time (in July, mind you).  Was that a run on sentence? Anyhoo. Oh, the fact that it was like 109 here helped push us westerly too!

So on the last afternoon that we were there, the sun finally came out and we decided to ditch the zoo (which was fabulous and quickly became one of my favorite zoos) and head to Coronado Island for some beach time.  Here are some pictures from that afternoon!

Today we’re on our way back home. We left early. Very early. Why, you ask? I found out Tuesday that I have a job interview today at 1:30.

I don’t want to tell you much about anything yet. But for a little background info, consider this. I haven’t worked at an “outside” job in 7 years. Not since I had kids (or was even pregnant!). I haven’t been to an interview in 9 years. I don’t even have a resume! Ouch.

The position I’m interviewing for is part time. But I would be lying if I said I wasn’t a little nervous to re-enter the working world. How do working moms juggle it all?

Back to the present: we had a great time in California though it was shorter lived then I hoped. We got in what we came for. Playtime, fishing, and the zoo!

More pictures to come, but here’s one from our fishing adventure!

**Post Edit: This didn’t go out yesterday as I thought I had scheduled! Anyway, the interview went well, and here’s their response:

Good day, Jessica,
Congratulations! The interview committee was extremely impressed with you and would like to offer a KG aide position working with Mrs. H and Mrs. P. Please “reply to all” and let us know that you will accept this position.
You will need to attend HR orientation on August 5 at 9:00am. You will need your ss card, driver license, and a blank check.

Thank you,
Mr. B, Principal

WOOOOOOHOOOOOO!!

We’re on our way to California.  Yes, again.  Why?  Because it’s miserable here and I have precious few days to escape before school starts again.  2 weeks from today, to be exact.  Can you believe it?  This time, it’s just me and the kids.  And it will be more low-key.  I plan on the beach a lot.  Our Uncle will take us pier fishing, too!  I can’t wait for that…Emma is SO excited!  (Note to self: bring extra hand sanitizer and baby wipes)  We will go to the San Diego zoo also.  That’s it for the outings though!

Right now the plan is to come on Friday very early in the morning so we can meet up with Emma’s (old) kindegarten class for a mini-reunion at the movies!  I really want her to see everyone and get “reacquainted” before school starts back up.  She’ll be so excited!

Pelican hanging out on the pier

Any last minute plans before your kids start back to school?

First of all, Happy July!  Is anyone else finding it hard to believe that July is here already?  Already? Holy cow this summer is going fast!  Today I’m trying something new…Thursday 5 from mannland5.  I just started following Keely, and I’m liking what I read!  Not only is she pretty creative, but she’s pretty creative too!  Check out her Etsy Store and fall in love with her adorable jewelry! To play along with the Thursday 5, simply list 5 things that make you happy, delighted, grateful, totally stoked, or thankful.  Seeing as how I’m in California…one of my favorite places, this should be easy-peasy!

My 5

1. I am soooo enjoying this beautiful California weather!  This weather beats 105+ temps any day!

2. What amazing experiences we are sharing!  Disneyland (just me and my boy), a baseball game, the Midway and more!  Who says you need to travel to far off places to experience new things!

3.  I’m thankful for the help of my Mother In Law who is with us.  She’s a wonderful grandma and gives me the help and support when I need it!

4.  I am stoked about the WordPress app on my iPhone.  Yay for posting without a computer!  (I do have a netbook, but this is almost as easy!)

5.  I love this weather…I don’t want to leave.  Wait– did I mention the weather already?

Come play along with us!  You can link up to her Thursday 5 and read other blogger’s entries too!

Saturday was the day Brett and I headed north to Huntington Beach.  It’s such a beautiful drive up the 5….love it!  However, it rained on us the whole time.  That didn’t do well for my nerves!  It stopped once we got there, and we were able to check into the hotel, meet up with my parents (did I tell you my mom ran this half-marathon with me?), and head to the running expo to pick up our bib and race packet. I also got some fun stuff for myself for the race!

Fast-forward to race day.  What a  BEAUTIFUL day!  It couldn’t have been a prettier morning.  There wasn’t a cloud in the sky.  There was hardly a breeze blowing.

I will include my iPhone photos…I think they turned out great!

At the Start Line!!

Taking it in before the race starts

Going uphill...see Arrowhead in the background with the snow?

Around mile 10...the view was amazing!

I’m not sure if I’m ready to do another one quite yet.  It was really hard…especially the last 3 miles.  And I underestimated how steep 6% really is, and that I ran uphill for 1 1/2 miles!

I’m still really sore, and I have 2 toenails that I will be losing.  I wonder if I’ll get a discount on my pedicures?!?