Cousin trip to the beach!

My girls and I were invited to a day at the beach house by Aunt Monika's parents. Moni asked me if I thought we could carpool and while I wasn't sure if all the car seats would fit, I thought we could give it a try. Low and behold, they did! We were curious as to how this would go with them all crammed next to each other and much to us moms' delight, they slept the whole way there!

God gave us an incredible, warm day. This house literally sits right on the ocean front. We could watch the surfers ride their waves and the tide go in and out.

We had such a great time being outside on such a beautiful day and I think I can speak for all of us when I say it was nice to get out of Santa Clarita to enjoy some different scenery. Aunt Monika helped Reese deck out in some pretty fun jewelry that Mary (Monika's mom) had.

She's already our little Diva!

After all 3 girls went down for their nap, us moms got some great r&r time which included a good dose of vitamin D.

These are the moments where I love being a stay-at-home mom! Monika and I were feeling a little guilty that our husbands couldn't enjoy a day like this too but then we were reminded of our duties when these two gals decided to wake up at the same time. Back to reality!

Hayden looking a little concerned and 

Allie doing her best to comfort cousin!

Pretty soon this 5 month gap won't even be recognizable. 

Hayden 1 mo, Allie 6 mo.

I didn't get a picture of it but Gregg and Mary made us an amazing steak salad lunch complete with shallots, avocado, roasted red peppers, artichokes, parmesan cheese and goat cheese. So yum!

Over the years that Monika and I have been family...ie...marrying Mehringer boys, I've come to know and love her parents as if they're my family too. It was great to be together again and spend the day with each other. Thank you, Mary and Gregg for having us girls to the beach house! We're already looking forward to the next time we see you!