Last Sunday we received news that Jackie's Mom and sister Jodi would be coming to visit on their way to a surprise birthday party. They got here in the afternoon on Friday and we spent time just talking, eating pizza, walking around Barnes and Noble, eating malts and playing games. It was a lot of fun just hanging out. On Saturday Jane wanted to go to some of her old stomping grounds in L.A. since she grew up here. So we first headed to Olvera Street in L.A. and Union Station.
Jackie's Grandpa Chalk worked at Union Station and Jane took us on a tour. I had never been in a big train station before and it was actually pretty cool. I was surprised by how many people still use it. How everything was done inside made you feel like you were almost back in time. She showed us where Grandpa Chalk worked and then we just walked around the station. We watched some trains come in and we will have to try it sometime. We walked back to Olvera Street which is an old Mexican little town. There are tons of little shops, food stands and lots of taquitos. So we ate some amazing taquitos and walked around the shops. There was some type of rally or celebration going on so there was music and lots of people.
Grandpa Chalk worked here at one of the teller stations.
Ummm I guess you can't get to Hogwarts from the L.A. Union Station, could not seem to find Platform 9 3/4.
Talk about old school chairs. Not so comfortable, but cool looking.
Next stop on the excursion was the Newport Temple. Sure was beautiful and it is cool to see the inside of another temple. I'm amazed at how each one is unique and how beautiful they are in their own way.
Next stop was Aunt Renee's surprise 60th birthday party. The theme was the 60's. There was some great costumes and we played some fun games and on top of that there was great food and fun people. Oh and you should see these people dance!!!! (Allie, Laura, Emily, Arlene, Gaylene)
These were my favorite costumes and dancers. (Joe and Dave)
Jane with two of her sisters and a couple of cousins (Renee, Jane, Charlene, Arlene, Gaylene).
11 comments:
That is so totally wicked! I love that my mommy got to go to her old stoppin grounds and you got to see where Grandpa worked. I don't remember ever going there. I so glad you went to the party too. It looks like everybody had a good time. I love the outfits..
What a cute post. Cory uses Union Station everyday to get to work. I haven't been there in over 15 years I think but it still looks the same.
How fun Jackie!!! Me and Brandon have been to Olvera Street way back before we were even married! Isn't it cute????? We are going to be living in Fremont for the summer. Do you know much about that city???
Aunty Jane and Jodie coming out for my Mom's surprise party was sooo amazing! She absolutely loved seeing them!!! You guys look soo cute!
Totally awesome post. We wish we could have been there that weekend.
What a great trip!! Lots of fun, great company, and excellent outfits - you couldn't ask for more. Someday, we'll join you all.
Dustin
Fun!! Everyone loves you guys so much - you always have visitors! Lucky.
I think you're suppose to run into the wall, not just stand there. Try running as fast as you can. :)
(P.S. Lot's of "lene's" in that picture. I got confused.)
Jackie! Hi! I'm so thrilled I found your blog. Through Allie's blog. You look so cute and happy in those pictures! Say hi to your awesome parents for me!
~Samantha (Milne) Karren
NICE!!! We loved having you guys in town. Come back and play! You guys are so much fun. You got a lot day in a day! :)
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