San Diego Maternity, Newborn and Baby Photographer, Sheryl Paulino, Pasheoni Photography

When I had Sharon and Kyle’s session at the beach, I could not help finding an excuse for Paul and the kiddos to come along.  So what we did was pack up lunch (or actually buy KFC) and head to La Jolla for lunch.  San Diego has so much to offer, us being locals, we tend to forget all of that.  I can’t even remember the last time I’ve been to that part of La Jolla OR even La Jolla for that matter.  It was nice to just sit down as a family and be together.  This was going to be Kayla’s first time touching the Pacific, and no doubt it WON’T be her last.  She did very well considering the water was still a tad cold. LOL. Keoni, on the other hand, already had his pail and ready to make sand castles!

I can’t wait until the day the kids look back and remember all the things we did, even if it was as simple as going to the beach.  Gosh, I just love being a mom (and wife!)! :D

GASP….Who is that on the other side of the camera? Yes, Paul braved touching my camera AT THE BEACH..and not too shabby (but you should see the pic he took prior to this! LOL)

If you notice, the handle to Keoni’s pail broke, hence the tears.  I promised we’d get him a new one before we make another trip out to the beach.
…my family…

Eight is another number closer to 12! I don’t understand why 12 keeps getting closer. 12 equals 1…YES! ONE!  I can’t imagine my baby girl turning ONE!!!!

Though she actually turned 8 months old on Thanksgiving day, we wanted to do something special just for US.  San Diego doesn’t typically show it’s Seasons.  I mean, we wear flipflops ALL YEAR LONG.  LOL.  One place I do know where you can tell it’s Autumn is at the beautiful Old Poway Park.  We enjoyed the day sitting in the grass with our packed lunch and soaked up the nice cool breeze.  I couldn’t have asked for a better day to spend it with MY family.  The family my HUSBAND and I created.  It’s an amazing feeling.  Through all the tough days being a parent has to offer, this by far makes it all worth it and them some!

Kayla, as much as I hate you growing up, you’re are growing up BEAUTIFULLY inside and out.  There isn’t a day you dont make my heart melt.  You and your brother (and yes, your daddy too) make my life complete and I can’t ask for anything more..

Ok. I’m done being all ‘Hallmark’! :)

HAPPY MEMORABLE MONDAY!!!! This weekend was full of celebration. I love when everyone gets together to share an joyful occasion. This weekend we had two festivals to attend and three birthday parties! I tell you, I’M EXHAUSTED!

Let’s start with Saturday:

Birthday 1 – Auntie Lyn’s BBQ

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!  We all got together at Fiesta Island to have a little barbecue and bonfire.  It was a lot of fun being able to just ‘camp out’ with our cars and tents and just enjoy the wonderful San Diego weather.  It was beautiful out, just a tad cloudy, nonetheless, everyone had a great time.  I wish we were able to stay for the bonfire, but for one, Kayla was over it, and second, I had my friends GIRLS ONLY birthday party to attend – this was birthday #2…no pictures though!

On to Sunday…

Festival 1 – The Art and Wine Festival in La Jolla

We were invited by a good friend, and neighbor, Walter Redondo.  I’m so glad he opened us up to this and we were able to show the kids all different kinds of art.  Of course I was looking forward to the photography, and WOW, they had such great talent, EVERYONE did.  I also came across a very cute booth that sells hair accessories, costumes, tutus and all the wonderful things for Kayla! haha.  Everything looked soo cute on her, they even took her photos in a couple of their work.  I can’t wait til they post it onto their blog!  I forgot to take a picture of the booth (as I was busy shopping haha), but you can find their great work at www.twinklebabycouture.com.

Festival 2 – Saint Michael’s Annual Festival

Shortly after the La Jola Art and Wine festival, we wandered on over to Saint Michael’s Annual Festival.  Much like a carnival, there are booths, games, shows, rides and best of all FOOD :).  Keoni did awesome with the rides.  I was shocked that my little chicken butt actually rode something relatively scary AND didn’t shed a tear.  I praised him with tons of kisses and high fives to calm his nerves!  This mini festival was a great way to enjoy lunch and help them with their fundraiser :)

Birthday #3 – MyGym for Kolu’s 2nd Birthday

Whew, tired yet? OH WE WERE!  We quickly headed over to MyGym for Kolu’s 2nd birthday party.  What a COOL place!  If your kids are too small for Chuck E. Cheese, this place is PERFECT!  It’s like, well, a little gym where kids can jump, shout and play.  There were two hostesses that told stories, had the kids interact, sing, dance and just have a great time.  Finally, a place that understands :)

What a memorable weekend this was.  It’s just the way we like to spend our family time.

If you know my life, then you know that we are ALWAYS out and about on weekends (no matter how much housework there is)!  Since the busy work week keeps us pretty much in a routine with the kids, we always told eachother we want to spend quality time with the kids with no worries of what needs to get done (to an extent) on weekends.  So I decided to start ‘Memorable Mondays’.  This will recap what we did for the weekend/week.

This weekend was the Pacific Islander Festival Association’s 15th annual luau. Paul and I have been gonig every year with eachother since we’ve met – so that’s 8 years straight. It’s a great tradition we have and I love being to now bring my wee family to it as well.  This being Keoni’s 3rd time, he knew exactly where we were and what to anticipate. Kayla, however, was a little overwhelmed, but enjoyed herself nonetheless.  We typically leave bright and early in the AM (like 7am) to get prime parking and seating since over 50,000 people go every year.  Over the years we’ve mastered what to bring and how to drag it to the beach – cooler of drinks, snacks, blankets, mini tent for the kiddos, chairs, and SUNBLOCK) all thrown into the strollers, ha! At PIFA, theres great food, music, entertainment, vendors and a lot of fun.

Can you believe it?! I sure can’t! My little Miss is growing so fast! She’s been full of smiles and giggles! I think I even caught her with a couple of coo’s today! As much as I enjoy seeing all these little things, I wish she’d slow down on the growing, just a little bit so I can enjoy it more!

Keoni has been too good to her. Always wanting to kiss her ‘brain’, and always shaking her hand saying,” Nice to meet you!” lol. I hope he/they will continue to be this good to eachother as they get older! CROSSING FINGERS. I only have a few short weeks until I have to go back to work, which really saddens me. I’ll miss all the little ‘first’ things. Granted, I know my mom won’t tell me she’s done it, I know that she’ll see it first.

I’ll admit, yes, I’m spoiling her by holding her, hugging her and squeezing her tight. I just can’t help it. I don’t want to look back and realize that she doesn’t want to be held anymore, or even worse, that she’d be moving out for college! AHHH! I just want her to know Mama LOVES HER!

I can’t believe how fast time is flying by. Kayla is now more alert and awake and ALMOST cooing back. I can tell she’s been gaining weight. She better be with how vicious of a drinker she is! :) She’s been so good to me during the nights. Granted I think she’s already winning me over and sometimes makes it to the bed. Sidenursing is AWEOME. Plus it gets cold at night, and I think she wants the warmth of mama, rather than her cold crib. I know, spoiling her already! I’m excited to see her grow, but it also saddens me that the faster she grows, the faster I’ll lose my newborn, and the faster I’d have to go back to work and leave her :(. 3 more weeks til I go back…maybe 4 ;). I was tempted to take FMLA, but I have to face the inevitable I guess.

Either way, I’m enjoying every minute I can with my baby girl! :)

9 Days ago our lives had changed. 9 days ago, there was peaceful nights (kind of). 9 days ago, Kayla came into our life. It’s been a hectic but rewarding 9 days. She is a GREAT baby (of course!). She eats well, sleeps well and is just to stinkin’ cute. Sorry if my blog ends up being full of my children, but they are my life, and my inspiration :)

I know I’m a little late…sue me :).

Kayla has made her appearance on March 26th, 2009 at 1:49pm. Weighing in at 6 pounds 5 ounces and 20 inches in length.

She’s been a good girl. Keoni is being such a big brother, it helps us out a lot! It’s crazy to think that we are now a family of 4…FOUR! :)

I’ll post more pics later. Shes HUNGRY!

I’m shocked I can still see my feet.  Well kind of.  I thought I should document this moment while I still can!  Time is cutting close, and I need to get everything situated.  The nesting has taken place…poor hubby has to deal with me wanting to move things, clean things, arrange things…

I just love having sessions at the beach.  I find that I take it for granted living here in San Diego, and that the only way I find my butt going is if I have a session there.  Both the hubby and child enjoy it as well, as they come with me and they do what boys do best (which is dig holes and make sand castles).

Margie has been a friend of mine, since.well ever since.  We’ve lost contact after high school, and I’m glad we’ve found our way to eachother again.  I don’t know what I would do without her.  She’s taught me so much about  living this ‘Wife and Mom life’, I owe her so much.  When I feel caught up in the drama, she’s one I can turn to and bring me back to reality.  She doesn’t judge, nor does she question…shes a girlfriend and I love her!

So Margie and Dan, thanks for today. THANKS FOR IN AND OUT …here are your teasers! YES, I’m only giving you two for now! lol.