Spring afternoon in Arizona

I've missed taking pictures! I've been mourning the miscarriage, and just been feeling overall sad and tired. However, we were just able to take a quick weekend trip to Vegas and had a wonderful time. We saw my grandparents (Vegas is a halfway point for us to meet up), had a few really delicious meals and did some shopping. The drives each way were quick and safe. It really cheered us up!

These were taken in the Virgin River Gorge in Arizona on the way home. It was a beautiful afternoon!

Aspen

We were in Colorado this weekend for a family reunion on my husband's side. We had such a great time! We stayed in a gorgeous cabin in Glenwood Springs. On Friday, after a family activity, my husband and I drove through Aspen and stopped for a few minutes to walk around. This shop's door was open and the Colorado cowboy theme drew me in. I especially loved the colorful boots lined up. I'm so glad I married a western boy. ;)

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Tea time

My husband and I are finally home, alone, after a wonderful visit with my family in Washington, family and friends in California and having my sister here in Utah for 3 weeks. It was fabulous! We had such a wonderful time.

Driving back from Washington this past Thursday, we stopped in the Dalles in Oregon at this sweet little tearoom. My grandparents had taken my family there before we arrived in Washington and highly recommended it. We had a quick pot of tea and scones before continuing our drive. If you're ever in the area, the Anzac tearoom, owned by the sweet Bev, is worth a stop!

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Disneyland: New Orleans Square

I still haven't posted any Disneyland pictures (or anything lately!) so I thought I'd do a few from each land. Today: New Orleans Square. All of these were taken with a Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS, as my dear DSLR is in the shop. Enjoy!

One of our favorite rides.

Inside the Pieces of Eight shop.

Mardi Gras decorations were starting to go up that week.

Inside Le Bat en Rouge. I love the details that Disneyland incorporates.

The lovely Club 33- we were so thrilled to get to go.

The bride in the attic of the Haunted Mansion.

Finally back!

So we've been on vacation, and working like crazy before that, and I'm finally back to posting! We were at our favorite place this week- Disneyland! Sadly, my DSLR died our first night there, before we'd even gone into the parks, so I used my husband's point-and-shoot all week. I think I still got some great photos, though!

I love to just sit and breathe for a few minutes here and there at Disneyland, and just soak in the magic. We ate lunch one day at Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta and this delightful band was playing. I love how Disney incorporates live entertainment! These guys (and girl) were the Ellis Island Boys. Their music was wonderful. They had just finished playing "All That Jazz" when I asked for a quick picture. I loved just sitting there in the sun, eating a delicious meal (sun-dried tomato pasta) and listening to wonderful music with my best friend and husband. It was definitely a beautiful, simple moment.

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It's about that time again...

Disneyland time!

I will be there on my birthday in 12 days... My camera will definitely be getting a workout. It is seriously one of the most picturesque places I've ever been. You just can't take a bad photo at Disneyland. And I won't mind getting some sun for a change!

Thunder Mountain- a favorite

Denver Aquarium

The aquarium in Denver was really nice. Very crowded, though. If there had been about 75% less people there, I'd have enjoyed myself a lot more! But the fish and other sea life were fascinating as always. I especially loved the seahorses!

Christmas in Colorado

Being at my in-laws' for Thanksgiving means I get to enjoy their Christmas decorations as well! My mother-in-law did a beautiful job of decorating, and I helped with some of it. I love being here in the house my husband grew up in and seeing some of the family decorations he's always loved.

 

Viva Las Vegas

My husband and I don't drink, smoke or gamble, but we love a good trip to Vegas! The restaurants, the shopping, the beautiful architecture and scenery. I had a great time keeping my camera busy last weekend!

Bellagio atrium; Wynn buffet

Palazzo lobby; outside the Wynn

Caesars Palace Forum shops; Bellagio fountains

Amazing quesadilla at Max Brenner in Caesars Palace

Vegas bokeh fun

 

A birthday wish

Since our original plans for my husband's birthday on September 30th fell through, we celebrated his birthday at dinner in Las Vegas this weekend. He chose Max Brenner and it was out of this world good! They brought him a "wish dish" with a candle and truffle for his birthday. It was so sweet and a really fun way to commemorate him turning 32!

 

Pismo Beach, California

I realized I never shared any beach pictures from California! And since I'm missing it right now, I thought I'd post some. These were all taken in Pismo Beach on September 16th. Have a great weekend!

Avila Valley Barn

While in CA visiting friends and family last week, my BFF and her husband took us to Avila Valley Barn. We had a great time enjoying the sun, taking a hayride and picking apples. It was such a picturesque area right near the ocean. The apples were delicious, too. And so was the ice cream. :)

{Apple pattern from here}

Lincoln City, Oregon (Simple Things Sunday)

This was my first time to the Oregon coast. I'm visiting my family while my husband
works, so it was Mom, Dad, Trev, B and I. We had a great time!



The water is always cold, but the scenery can't be beat. I miss the ocean, having
grown up in California, so I visit it whenever I can!



Walking down to the beach from our room.



You just can't beat a good sunset over the ocean.