Los Lynches are back from San Diego, looking tanned and feeling rested. We had a great week with the Hawk's Nest Crew in a house on Avalon Court in the Mission Beach area of San Diego.
As you can see from the map, we were literally a minute away from the beach on foot. The girls absolutely loved it.
Oh my Goodness, WHERE DID THEIR FEET GO!!!!!!!!!????
Here's some video footage of the walk from the house to the water's edge.
The day after the 4th, Los Lynches headed down to San Jose for the 76th Annual Guy's Day Out get together. Oddly enough, what started out as a true Guy's Day Out (golf, beer, etc....) has quickly evolved into a family event. The Rosas decked out the front yard with a pool and a bouncy house and served up copious amounts of delicious food and beverages.
The Rosas, the Schechtmans, the Mangalicks and Los Lynches pose for a group shot. A couple of the girls were wearing their invisible bathing suits. Thankfully, Spongebob appeared, cloned himself, and made sure everyone was decent.
The Guys. Rob, Chris, Scott and Piyush.
Uncle Chris introduced Anya to the wonders of frozen H20. It's now one of her favorite things!
The big kids sat down for some pictures too. Ahnika, Mia, Teaghan, Maeve and Ben accomodated the parentrazzi for a good 45 seconds. Way to go kids!
Betty Rosa showed off her Grandma skillz by taming Aiden and Anya. At the same time!
Meanwhile, Bosco kept watch over the yard and made sure all the kids were safe and sound. Good boy.
Here's some video footage of the kids at play in the pool and the bouncy house.
After the parade, Los Lynches headed home for a 4th of July barbeque. They were joined by Grandma Joanie and Papa Jack and their friend Christina, and her two beautiful daughters, Jamie and Sarah.
Anne (1st Place Finisher), Christina and Grandma Joanie found a shady spot to chill out for a bit.
Anya joined them...
Before long, Grandma Joanie and Anne were inside the house having their own little 4th of July Parade.
Soon after, Papa Jack, Scott and Grandma Joanie had their own celebration out on the patio.
Meanwhile, the kids were up on the grass, having a blast on the Slip 'N Slide.
Sarah got the hang of it pretty quickly.
Teaghan made the biggest splashes.
Jamie couldn't help but smile at the fun she was having!
And of course, little Maeve was right in the middle of the action.
Here's some footage of the Slip 'N Slide action:
The Slip 'N Slide aftermath.
Los Lynches ended their very busy 4th by watching the Redwood City Fire Works from the comfort of their balcony. What a day!
On the way back to the car after the parade, we stumbled across a clown. The kids each watched with great concentration as balloon animals were crafted and presented. Daddy kept his distance. He knows better.
Here's some short footage of the parade in action:
Los Lynches started off their 4th of July festivities by participating in the 33rd Annual 4th of July Fun Run in Redwood City. Anne entered in the single stroller division and pushed Anya. Scott entered in the double stroller division and pushed Teaghan and Maeve (all 80 pounds!).
The big news is: Anne won her division!!!!!
The winning team poses with their Winner's Plaque!
Another view of the Winner's Plaque. Congrats Anne!
The weekend before the 4th of July, Los Lynches attended their secondBat Mitzvah in the last 12 months. This time, it was family friend, and Mommy's Helper, Marina's chance to shine! It was a great party with lots food, drinks, music, dancing and fun!
Congratulations Marina! Mazel Tov!
Here's a snippet of video footage from the reception.
