* Secret world of Espionage *

Simi Valley! Now that's a nice two hour drive for us.  I didn't realize it would be a full day adventure when I asked Carlos if we should take Samuel to the Reagan Library for a Spy Exhibit. 

We decided to go mainly because his "Papa" (Ray) also wanted to go and see Air Force One. 

It was an interesting museum and I think overall we enjoyed every part of it.  Samuel's favorite thing was the Spy Exhibit and the laser maze. 

He enjoyed learning all about the secret world of Espionage!

I do think we should go back in a few years when the kids are a bit older and can truly capture each artifact and collection that the museum has available. 

 

Samuel and his Papa loved seeing Air Force One and the Marine Corps One helicopter. 

 

Meanwhile I stayed back and hung out with my little princess.  Samara ended up getting sick, she had an upset stomach and was very tired.  We found a shady bench and relaxed while everyone toured the museum. 

 

I think my little guy was inspired a bit.  Who know's maybe he will be our next president. 

VOTE FOR SAMMY!!!

 

 

* Making Memories *

I've talked before on my love of EVERYTHING tea.  Today I had an opportunity to host yet another tea party for the ladies in my family.  I'd like to call it our "Lot's of Love tea".  Samara and I decorated and set up a sweet table display and of course since it is Valentine's month it was all hearts and flowers. 

Here are some photos of our tables. 

We had some sweet strawberry heart fabric left over from Samara's birthday party and it made for a perfect little table cloth.  

We ate the traditional cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches, chicken salad sandwiches, egg salad sandwiches & heart shaped scones of course.  We also had a fresh salad and some yummy strawberries.  (It is almost season). 

This was the first time that I had the opportunity to have my grandmother over for a tea party and I hope she cherishes it as much as I did. 

 

I am hoping that this little gesture of love will always be a sweet memory for Samara and I hope to one day be the one attending one of he tea parties at her house. In the meantime I am enjoying the women in my family.  Praying daily for them and knowing God is bringing us all closer together. 

Until next time.  Cheers!!