For lunch we wanted to watch "Billy Hill and the Hill Billies." We got some food at the restaurant there and waited until it started so we would have a seat. I am so glad we took the opportunity to see this. We had heard a lot about it, but never been before. These guys were hilarious! I loved hearing my children laugh at their funny antics and remarks.
The Disney characters weren't out very much during the rain, so it was fun to see a lot more of them around our last day. The parades also didn't happen for rain days, so we enjoyed the Christmas Parade with the fun Disney characters. Bradley loved watching it and was so excited to see so many of his favorite characters (Mickey Mouse, Pluto, Goofy, Donald Duck, etc.).
We headed back over to California Adventure for one last time around 5 p.m. We had fun riding some new rides there. We really wanted to go on California Screamin one last time, but found out that ride closed due to "World of Color" early - some very disappointed kids since this was their all time favorite ride. We did enjoy seeing the back part of "World of Color." It was amazing to see the cool fountains with all of the colors. We didn't get to enjoy any of the movies show on the fountains, which made it not as spectacular. Our last rides in the park were the Toy Story Mania about 4 times straight. Every time we rode on it, the line was shorter by the time we were done, so we had to ride it again. What an awesome ride!
As it was nearing 10 p.m., we wanted to ride on Space Mountain one more time so we headed back over to Disneyland. The line was about an 80 minute wait, so we opted to ride the rockets and call it a night. Even though there were some disappointments, we still had an amazing time.
Tanner while enjoying "Billy Hill and the Hill Billies."
Swings in California Adventure with Parker & Camille above and Carter below.
Bugs Life show in 3-D
Upon leaving Disneyland the second time the castle looked gorgeous.
December 24, 2010 - Friday - We all enjoyed sleeping in a little and then packed up. After 6 days in a hotel, there was quite a bit to clean and pack. We finally made it out of there. We didn't make it down to Corcoran until around 3 p.m. It was weird to think that it was already Christmas Eve. Jared, Danielle & their family were already there along with Mark and Adam. We had a great time visiting and enjoying time together. Bradley hit it off instantly with his cousins. I am so used to seeing him often or having him hanging around me that it was a huge transition to actually be looking for him.
Mom put together a fun Christmas program that evening. We read out of the Bible the story of Mary and Joseph. I played the piano while we sang songs. After the program was over, it was hard to get the kids to wind down to go to sleep.
Johnathan, Adam, Blake, Jade & Tanner
December 25, 2010 - Saturday - We were so lucky that the kids slept in until 7:00 a.m. We went out around 7:30 to see what Santa had brought. This year was a little different for us. We haven't gone away for Christmas the past 8 years or so. Since we really didn't want to transport tons of presents with us, we decided on simplicity - which definitely wasn't as exciting for the kids. Disneyland was also a huge part of our Christmas.
Bradley got a Leapster with a "Go Diego" game. Tavis & Jade also got one so the 3 of them had fun playing together. The rest of the kids got money.They were really excited for the future gifts they would be able to buy.
We enjoyed a delicious turkey dinner. We enjoyed relaxing and had fun going over to the church to play ball. Tavis & Bradley brought their Leapsters and had fun playing with them. All of my family, Jared & Tavis went and we had so much fun. I really don't enjoy playing basketball as much as I enjoy watching it. I did get to play two on two with Camille being my partner. I would have to say that Camille is way better than me hands down.
Jared & Danielle had Byron & I for Christmas and got us the game "Things." We had a blast playing it that evening.
The two Leapster boys.
Basketball fun!
December 26, 2010 - Sunday - We went to church for their fun 2 hour meetings. It still amazes me that I lived in Corcoran for 7 years and every time I go back I only recognize a handful of people. Today was no different. They actually had an awesome attendance of about 45 people. It was fun to talk with a couple of the ones I know and find out how they are doing. Between Jared's kids and my kids, we made up most of the primary. Sister Mahaffey is usually always in their and does such an amazing job with my kids. They all love being with her.
After church we enjoyed a delicious roast that Mom had prepared. After lunch, Jared & Danielle headed out. They are moving to Sacramento in a little over a month and were going to make some offers on homes. We had so much fun seeing them and were sad to see them go. Luckily we see them every year either in Corcoran or when they come to Taylorsville to see Danielle's family.
We enjoyed some more relaxing time and played some fun games with Dad & Mom that got us laughing so hard.
We loved spending the quality time with them and love visiting them whenever we can.
December 27, 2010 - Monday - We headed home early. We ended up having quite a bit of traffic that we were hoping we wouldn't have to deal with. In Utah the fog was really bad through different patches that also added to our slow trip. We pulled into our home around 8:30 p.m. tired and ready to be home.
Here is a gorgeous view in Utah on our trip home.
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Sounds like an amazing trip. I love the money idea for Christmas, I bet the kids loved having money on their drive home. I will have to check out the game that you for for Christmas.
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