The Beach and WICKED

On Wednesday we didn't go into a theme park, so it was kind of our day off. Eric's brother and family came into town so we met up with them. We went to the beach in Seal Park. It was a nice beach, and not very crowded. Of course it's February, so I'm sure that helped the crowds. It was a very warm day, and the sun was beating us to death so we didn't stay very long. Emma and I don't do too well in the sun for a long time. Our skin is too fair. It doesn't help that we weren't incredibly prepared either. Emma was being so weird - she didn't want to stand in the water herself, but she wanted us to hold her while we stood in the water. She loved the water, but it was too cold or she didn't like the waves or something. Hopefully when she gets older she'll be more like her cousin. Ethan was running and jumping and getting all wet within seconds of being there. We found starfish and shells on the beach, and Emma thought they were cool. There was a playground next to the beach and the kids played there for a little while after we left the beach, even though it wasn't a very good escape from the sun. We went to lunch, and then we had to run back to our hotel to change clothes. Thank goodness for family!! Janna's brother and his wife were able to watch the kids for us so we could all go to L.A. and see Wicked. It was fabulous. If you haven't heard the music or seen it, do. The music is great and it is so fun. It's the kind of show that would never come here. It was fun walking around and seeing some of the stars on Hollywood Blvd, but it wasn't the greatest neighborhood. It made for a late night, but it was awesome!!