February, part 1

We hadn't been to the beach in a couple months, so we went even though it was cold. We had a great time. Emmy got soaked. These kids love the beach!

Emmy and I started reading the American Girl books. I wanted a Samantha doll so bad when I was a kid. I asked for one every Christmas and birthday for 3 years, but I never got one. My sisters both got one later. My mom said she regretted not getting me one and would get my daughter one someday. I'm making Emmy read the books before she gets to get her doll.

My cousin Rachel and her family came to go to Disneyland. We tagged along for one of the days. It was fun! Emily really took to Lily and loved having a new friend. We also had them over for dinner one day and it was really fun!

We love to have visitors!