CA: day two.

day two. sea world.

Well, after day one, we were all very excited it was day two. Our kids still being on NY time, greeted us wide awake at 4:30am CA time and staaaaarving. So, after a quick bite we quickly put them back down for a nap until 7:30am. Then, it was time for Sea World. We were ALL excited! I honestly think David wins the prize for being the most giddy about it all.

David's cousin, Shannon, who we visited the night before is a trainer at Sea World and hooked us up in a major way. We got to go "back stage" at the Blue Horizons dolphin show and meet and greet the dolphins! Amazing.

Meet Captain.

Wesley was not so scared at this point to meet Captain and even give him a little love pat.

Kate, on the other hand, was not getting any closer than this right here.

But then, when it was time to take a family pic with Captain, Wesley freaked. I don't blame him. This large creature jumping out of the water and sliding right in front of you is not necessarily the most normal of things and I think Wesley quickly realized he could quite possibly be eaten whole. So much for a Christmas card pic with the dolphin.

Now, time for the show! Shannon escorted us up to our VIP seats and we took one last pic.

The next time we see Shannon, she is getting pushed through the water by a DOLPHIN. Yes, she is riding a Dolphin here. Umm, yeah. That's her day job. Amazing.

Then, you know, she's just hanging out in the water with them like they are all best friends.

My favorite part.

Here is WJ enjoying the show...and his food, of course.

This is not Shannon, but check this out. This girl is being pushed straight out of the water by a pilot whale. Are you kidding me!? Great great show!

Then, on to some rides. This one was Kate's favorite - the Abby spinning cup ride. (well, that's what I call it anyway) Each time they spun past Wesley and I, they would make another funny face. Those two are trouble when they get together.

And... you can't go to Sea World and not enjoy some Shamu time! This show was so incredible. I won't say who - but someone might have even gotten a little teary at one part. It really is amazing. Here's Shamu spraying water on people in the audience.

After Sea World, it was a huge treat to meet one of my sweet childhood friends, Andrea, and her boyfriend, Jules. Crazy we have known each other for 20+ years. We had a great time catching up.

Overall, a great day two! Things are looking up here in Southern Cali.