More Time Share fun!

After our few errands, we went to Avila to go swimming. This time, it was just me and the 4 kids. My cousin showed up later with the Cabby kiddies. I didn't know how I was going to do it by myself, usually Armando is there with me. Bit it worked. We sat at the steps and I held Noah. Anisa played close by and Javi and Isa were turning into fish!

My cousin met us there about an hour later and we grilled some lunch for kids. Noah was up and down everywhere while the rest of the kiddies were splashing around!

When kids were done eating and their food had settled, we let them back in the pool for a bit until we had to leave. Cabby kiddies and Javi & Isa were jumping into the 8ft side while Noah and Anisa were finally able to go into the kiddie pool (it was closed when we first got there because some kid had an accident and they had to drain and disinfect the pool). It was a perfect size for Noah to sit and and perfect for Anisa to play on her own. She kept jumping in over and over. I love how Noah & Anisa are getting braver in the water!

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Oil Change=Happy Truck

I had to take my truck in to get an oil change. Usually I would have done it myself, but I didn't have enough time to get it done & go on with our plans.

After calling around to a few places, I decided to take it in to Jiffy Lube. It was on our way and they had less people waiting. As soon as we got there, it seemed like everyone decided to show up. Luckily we were first!

It took me forever to unload the kids (and load them back up) We were there about 20 minutes and I thought it would be alot worse with all 4 kids, bit it actually wasn't too bad...(surprising-every event turns into a meltdown, but not this one!)

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Hair chopper :(

I know many parents go through these little moments with their little ones. I just though I would be one of the parents that would not have to deal with it. I mean Isabel did it, but not to herself, but to her play rocking horse....

See every morning, I try to sneak in at least an extra hour of sleep. And everytime, I sleep with one eye open, wondering what mischief Anisa gets into. Yes Anisa, because the older ones are too old for certain mischiefs and Noah's only mischief is eating cookies or writing on himself or walls :/

Well this particular morning,Whiskey was extra needy so I asked Anisa to open the sliding door, I heard her say ok but never actually heard the door. But dozed off until I heard Whiskey scratching the door again. I finally got up and my first stop is always the restroom. (Ok i know TMI but ill say it anyway) As I was sitting on the toleeto, I noticed all of this hair on the floor, I touched my hair cause maybe I was shedding with every step. But no, not me. I looked in the trash and saw a glob of hair. First thought was Isa, but hers is too blonde. Then I thought Armando trimmed his hair last night, but the hair was too long. And then my fear. Anisa chopped her hair :( I yelled her name and she came 'yes mommy' I examined her hair but didn't notice any craziness. Thank goodness her hair is funky anyway cause it all blends so well. I couldn't really get mad at her but I did tell her not to touch the scissors anymore.

I may be partial to blame :( Yesterday as I was taking the mini rubberbands out of her hair, I grabbed the scissors and cut them off. I told her that she is not to use the scissors, only mommy does it. She said ok. But I should have known that with me doing that, it opened a can of worms...aye ye ye...so thankful it wasn't an obvious cut.

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Want to be JUST like Daddy

We were watching a movie & Noah decided to ditch us and entertain his self. After wandering everywhere, and torturing everyone, he finally sat at Armando's feet and started to play with his sandal. When I turned to look down at him, he was trying on Armando's sandal. He finally figured it out and was so proud of himself that he was able to put it on correctly. He is growing into such a smart little boy...he is AWESOME!

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Hi Mountain Road/Little Big Falls

A few days ago, I was told about this little adventure and was told the kids would have a blast. We decided we wanted to do it yesterday, but opted to hike Bishop's Peak instead so planned for it today. After doing some research, I got scared because the sites I read said you needed a 4x4 vehicle to cross the creeks otherwise walk...well we all know that walking with Isabel, Anisa & Noah is not the easiest thing in the world (which is why they wanted to stay with Nina B yesterday while we hiked the Peak).

I just panicked for a minute that we were going to get trapped in the back of Lopez Lake somewhere. Even though we do have a Suburban, it was just one of the '2nd guessing' moments.

Armando and I decided we would give it a shot anyway and if we couldn't make it, then we would just turn around...We MADE IT with no trouble (just a few panic moments). Kids were so excited.

We drove out to Lopez Lake and just before driving in to the lake entrance, we made a right at Hi Mountain Road. We followed the road and many twists and turns for about 8 miles un til we got to the 'mini parking' area. That was the beginning of the real adventure!

Our goal was to get to Little Falls, but we apparently didn't pay attention to the sign right because we kept driving for 4 miles to Big Falls. We crossed many many creeks. When we got to the first one, I again freaked out because I did not know if we were going to make it. We are newbies with the Subie and I just didn't want to get stuck in the water. It really wasn't that deep. I got out to 'scope' it out. Water was crystal clear and so pretty. It was knee high, so the Subie was perfect. Anisa was so excited after we crossed it, she looked at me and said 'wow mom, that was so cool' Haha! We had to cross about 8 more to get to our destination. The scenic drive was beautiful. There were horses, and goats and lots of green...there were also quite a few houses out there. The drive there was awesome! (Except our minor gas issue. It seemed like we were driving forever and our gas gauge was getting closer and closer to empty, and the second we said we were going to have to turn around, we found our destination)

We had to hike up about another mile or two to get to the falls. And cross quite a few small creeks. Whiskey was terrified to cross the creek, but he did it! The kids of course enjoyed hiking in the water!

When we got to the falls, we saw that the way we went wasn't really child friendly. We didn't know any other way and didn't want to get lost, so we headed back to a water hole we saw, that was an easier access for kids and that they would enjoy.

It was so pretty, like a scene from a fairy movie. Noah loved walking around in the water and the kids had so much fun splashing and trying to skip rocks. We debated on whether to let Whiskey off the leash or not because we didn't know how he would react to full fledge freedom. He did run off for a split second, because other people had their dogs and Whiskey went to greet.

We only stayed for about an hour, because we did get started late. But next time we know where we are going and what to expect. This was definitely a 'must do' family adventure! We can't wait to go again!

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7-11 Free Slurpee Day

Since Hubby is working on his car, he decided to take my truck to the bus stop this morning. I thought I we were going to be warless all day, which I didn't mind too much, but my cousin called and I asked since she was in Santa Maria if she could bring my truck for me so I can take kids to 7-11 for their free slurpee....

She picked us up and I ran a few quick errands before going to 7-11 but we did stop by one on our way and they were out. I told the kids that if the run out, ill promise ill buy them one...that made them happy! When we got to the second 7-11, I didn't realize they were out and had each kid get a slurpee (well they were out of those too, the only flavor they had left was coke....bleh) I got my nachos and went to pay and apparently the slurpees we chose were not free, so I paid...

Then we went to drop off my cousin at her car and wait for hubby at bus stop. They have a cute little park there and kids enjoy playing there cause then when the bus comes they just wait for Armando to come out. So as we waited, kids played and we ate nachos! Armando ended up calling me that he was going to be late so I had him take my cousins car and meet us at the grocery store instead. Noah was super excited to see him and you can tell he totally missed him, he just kept his head on his shoulders but with a smile :) we all love it when 'papi' comes home...he always makes things so much smoother!

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Fun in the Sun SUNDAY!

We weren't planning on going anywhere today...just thought that we'd clean house and lounge around...EXCEPT the Cabbie Clan got their pool up & running again, so off we went!

I jumped in for a split second but it was freezing so I jumped right back out...but kids enjoyed it. Noah not so much, instead he played with G'pa Cabbie in the tree house and on the go cart! (Btw yes I had clothes on in my pic with Armando, I just took straps off to try an even out my tan lol)

For dinner we decided to have KFC since I had 2 coupons for a buy one meal get one free! I was so excited to have been able to feed the family for $10! And as a treat Anisa and I made the brownies topped with receese ice cream...I didn't serve Noah cause I knew the kids would give him some anyways, but then they all ditched him at the table! Haha

When I was putting Noah to sleep, he brought me a brush to his hair...he loves getting his hair brushed lol...its so froey (just like my dad use to have)

Even though the kids fought every 2 seconds today, overall we had a good Sunday! They even helped with laundry and help put all clothes away. :)))) Can't wait to see what tomorrow has in store for us haha

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