Summer Vacation | California

Something about summer always brings back memories of childhood. I remember other seasons, but summer is particularly vivid. Vacation, freedom, sun tea on the deck, hearing the screen door slam, writing and rewriting my birthday list, running through the sprinkler and hopping on my bike (it was thrilling). Days where your bathing suit was your outfit for the day and it was perfectly acceptable. Those summers of my youth. Every summer I’m reminded and think fondly of my 6-year-old self. I hope my girls can have similar memories.

In May, we visited Southern California. Where I was born. Our honeymoon destination. In-N-Out Burger. Needless to say, it holds a very special place in our hearts. Jonah packed just one camera and three rolls of film. 36 shots. Georgie lining up smooth rocks in the sand; Vivi running to the ocean and falling in the ocean; The girls giggling as they walked through the grass barefoot; Their glee upon entering Disneyland and meeting Goofy. I cherish each moment.

Orange County Carlsbad California Beach with colorful striped chair against the pacific ocean

Two girls playing in the sand at the Carlsbad Orange County California Beach

Toddler girl pouring sand into bucket on Carlsbad beach near California ocean

Young girls playing in sand at California beach with mom under a sun umbrella

Girl playing in sand at Orange County California Beach at sunset

girl smiling in front of California palm tree

Girls standing and smiling in grassy area at California resort

Girl in yellow dress smiling and standing barefoot on sidewalk

Two girls smiling in front of Disneyland entrance in California

Family smiling for a picture with Goofy at Disneyland

Girls smiling on main street in front of Cinderella's castle at Disneyland California

Sisters wearing mickey mouse ears smiling in front of Astro Orbiter at Disneyland

Sisters in Mickey Mouse ears smiling in front of California Adventure Disneyland

5 Responses to “Summer Vacation | California”

  1. Gail says:

    Oh California…I love that state so much. Forget Florida…Cali is where it’s at ;)

  2. Emily A. says:

    These are so sweet! I love the softness and depth of film. Looks like a wonderful trip! :-)

  3. Brittney says:

    Love this! The girls are SO cute <3

  4. jenny haas says:

    jen these are so amazing, especially for so few shots! so many beautiful images that you get to hold onto forever :) Glad to see you had an amazing time! I love the girls minnie hats :)

  5. allie says:

    when are you coming back??? : )

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