Happy Birthday to Me!

We had our first overnight trip away from home with Elena Rose. Since she's been home from the hospital until this weekend, she's spent every night at home. On Saturday, my birthday, we stayed at a hotel in Pismo Beach. When we got to the hotel we took a dip in the pool. It was a little cold for our taste so we ended up in the hot tub.After that we went to Avila Beach in San Luis Obispo. At first Elena Rose didn't like the way the wet sand felt on her feet, but it didn't take long for her to start loving the ocean. She kept wanting to walk straight into the waves. Every time we left the water, she walked us all the way back to it.
That evening we celebrated Dora's 50th birthday at the beach with a bonfire and BBQ. And we got to visit with her daughter Amanda. The last time Amanda saw her Elena Rose was just over a week old. As soon as Elena saw Amanda she reached for her, hugged her, and leaned forward and gave her two kisses. That's the first time she's ever done that!

Amanda and Elena RoseDora, Elena Rose, me, and JorgeThe bonfireWe had such a blast! We were all pooped after, but it was well worth it. Today we visited my family in Santa Maria. We had a really good visit with the kids, they're always so goofy. And I have to say, Mercedes and Savanna look so much alike now! I'm kicking myself for not taking a picture, but I'm going to capture it next time.