Hawaii 2012

Well the DFV for 2012 had been decided on, and off we went to HAWAII!  To make the absolute most of our trip, Brian and i decided to take our family to the big island for a few nights first.  we stayed at the Waikoloa Village, and had a wonderful time.  After our trip to the big island, we met up with the rest of the family on Oahu.  my parents rented a HUGE house there with a pool, just minutes from the beach!  As you can tell from the pictures, nothing but good times were had!  We visited Pearl Harbor, and our friends the Gerwigs, treated us to an amazing day on the sandbar!  Some of us went snorkeling, some of us went hiking, and we all learned a thing or two about island dancing while at the Polynesian Cultural Center!  All in all it was an unforgettable tvacation.  Thanks for the memories Hawaii, Aloha!

Easter 2012

We headed down to Pismo Beach to celebrate Easter this year.  We had a wonderful time with Gramma and Grandpa.  Kara enjoyed an egg hunt and we enjoyed watching her!  We had a great visit as usual with Gramma and Grandpa. 

Camping Yosemite 2012

This year we went camping for the first time as a family.  We went with our great friends, the Van Akens, and had an absolute blast!  i am happy to report there were no bear sightings, this was a fear i had!  Kara and Liam got along so well, nothing unusual there, and it was just overall a relaxing time.  We had the BEST campsite around, with unbelievable views1  waking up each morning to the beauty that is Half Dome, is unreal.  It's no wonder John Muir got out of Wisconsin and explored this amazing valley.