Here are some more pictures that are my favorite that I would like to share.
Leah going up to hug Goofy.
Leah being silly with me. She loved to stick her finger in my ear, LOL
Right here she's sticking her finger in my ear.
Leah and I before getting on the Winnie the Pooh ride.
Cinderella or snow white's castle, not sure who's, but it sure was beautiful all lit up.
And a huge Christmas tree.
Daddy and Leah
Mommy and Leah
Our 2nd day at Disneyland was just as Magical, we started out the morning at Disneyland park then ventured our way to California adventure, it's right next door to Disneyland. They had a couple of really good rides, starting with Hotel of Terror, Luke and I went on this together and I think I about peed my pants I screamed so loud. I even grab the girls leg next to me along with Luke's but it was awesome! The other ride we went on was Soaring over California, I got to go on this ride twice, first time with Stephanie, she was kind of scared, as we were standing in line waiting an announcement came over and said if you have a fear of flying or are afraid of heights then this ride probably isn't for you, she just kept on talking! She was so brave and we had so much fun, however, I did look over a couple of times and her eyes were closed, but she said the parts she did see was amazing. We went over all parts of California starting with San Francisco, we went over a river, not sure what one, but you could smell the pine trees and when we went over an orange tree field you could smell oranges, it was so refreshing. Then finally we were flying over Disneyland and got the watch the fireworks from up in the air. After Steph and I went on, Luke wanted to go so him and I went, it was just as amazing as the first time.
We watched the parade at California Adventure then started to head towards the big ferris wheel. It was starting to get cold and we were tired, however I wanted to stay and watch World of Color, but it didn't start until 8:15 or so, so after we ate we headed back to the hotel and when we got back the fireworks were going off right out our patio door in our hotel room, it was much more spectacular than were we saw them the night before in the park. It was breathtaking! After the fireworks I decided to walk back to see World of Color, it was tricky getting in since I had to have a special pass which I didn't get or even know about, but I sneaked in and got to see the show, it was beautiful. I have a great video on my phone but not sure how to transfer it, oh well, so after the show I decided I needed a drink and Luke text me and said he's on his way, so I walk towards our hotel and in the Downtown Disney District was a bar, $8 a beer! The money went fast that night. Luke and I had a few then headed down to ESPN zone again, we had some free coupons so we competed against each other, I think I won most of them, but not 100% sure! Luke would probably say he won, but I think I really won. I know I won the racing games and he definitely won the football throwing game. So after that place closed and they closed at 11:30 so it wasn't like 2am or anything, but we wanted a couple more beers and the bartender at the bar said there is a bar in our hotel room, what! We had no idea, so off we went, the only thing bad was I had to drink Budweiser! So needless to say once we got back to the room I was hungry and the night before I got a big bag of kettle corn, it smelled so good and they were cooking it so I bought a bag, well, I was kind of loud and Luke was laughing and kicking her feet that Steph got upset. I'm so sorry again Steph, but we had so much fun and it was great hanging out with me little bro.
The next morning we got to sleep in a little, thank God, my stomach wasn't feeling the best but we got to eat in Goofy's kitchen it was awesome, the food was great and all the characters came to our table and talk to Leah, she was mesmerized!
I have to say there were several moments at Disneyland that I had tears in my eyes, just being with my brother and his family was awesome and when they asked me, I knew there was no way I could turn this down, it's a once in a lifetime for me and I hope to pay them back sometime, somehow and I would love to back again someday, especially around Christmas time!
The rest of the week once we got back to Sacramento was nice and relaxing. Steph and I did a lot, I mean a lot of shopping, we shopped till we dropped and we had a blast. We first went to lunch at one of her favorite restaurants called Selland's, we met one of her good friends who is having a baby in the next couple of weeks and the baby is breach :( although she was going to do some acupuncture treatment to help move the baby, hopefully it worked. Steph will have to give me an update. Anyway the food was awesome, I had a roast beef sandwich and it melted in my mouth it was so good. Then off to the mall we went and we were there for about 3 hours! I got some Christmas shopping done and a little shopping for myself.
Friday I went to work with Luke, he had to go to an account and sell some furniture. We played a little stunt on his customer, thank God he was cool with it, but anyway, I went into the store with a packet of fabrics and asked for Jim, I told him my name and that I was his new Flexsteel rep, I think his jaw hit the floor, it was so funny. All I really said after I introduced myself was "let's buy some furniture" he looked at me like I was crazy, then came Luke..It was hysterical. We were there for about 2 hours and Jim FINALLY bought a few items from Luke, yippee! He suggested a great restaurant so Luke and I went for Lunch. I can't remember the name of the restaurant but it was delicious. I had a ruben and Luke had a hamburger.
We headed home and since it was rainy and cold out, Luke and Steph stayed home, I don't blame them, but I spent the rest of night playing with Lele. We did a little trick or treating and jumping on my bed and just hanging out. God I miss her already so much!
My flight was on Saturday and everything went super smooth even with all the snow we got back here. I was glad to be home, but I just wish Luke and his family were closer. We all miss them so so much.
My first day back to work today was long, tomorrow I have to train 5 new temps, not really looking forward to it, but it will all be OK.
Good night!
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