Newport Beach, CA

My family has time shares at the Marriott Newport Coast Villas and Jordan and I were able to spend a few days down in Newport Beach. We had a perfect view of the ocean and Catalina Island from our villas and the weather was amazing.

Knott's Berry Farm-

Jordan and I had never been to Knott's and were surprised by the intensity of the rides. I was disappointed in my endurance at this theme park. I usually can close a park down riding roller coasters all day long. I only lasted a few rides without getting sick and Jacob didn't last too much longer!

Tate attempting to win Sarah a stuffed animal- no success.
Jordan then had to try his luck, and made just enough baskets to win me a stuffed tiger!
The "Perilous Plunge".
The boys, being boys.
Funnel Cakes.
The view from our villas.

Grandpa & Peggy

Jordan, Jacob, and Tate went out golfing for a friendly brother-in-law competition.


Tate's birdie shot for Sarah.

Old Town San Diego & The Mormon Battalion Site

Whale Watching from Dana Point

We are expert whale watchers in my family. We have been whale watching in Alaska and Canada and decided to try our luck in Cali. We were able to see a blue whale and a large pod of dolphins.