Becka says . . .

it should be called "Disneyline" instead of Disneyland.

However, we are having a really good time here at the magical kingdom. Sorry guys, but yesterday I couldn't get my computer to find my camera disk. I did get some good pictures yesterday, & hopefully I'll be able to access them once we get home. Becka really liked her airplane flight! She got to meet the Captain & First Officer, & take a look inside the cockpit. As for the rest of the day, after we checked into our hotel, Becka couldn't wait to cross the street & head into Disneyland. We rode Indiana Jones (Becka did not like this ride), climbed Tarzan's Treehouse, went to Pirates of the Carribean, visited the Haunted House, went to Toon Town & visited Goofy's, Minnie & Mickey's houses. After riding the train around the park 1 1/2 times, we headed over to California Adventure to Soarin over California. We decided that was enough, and of course Becka wanted to swim, so we went back to the hotel & swam for a little while. Becka was so tired - when I went to move her under the covers she wouldn't wake up.

That was the 1st day. On the 2nd day we were awakened at 5:30 am to the fire alarm going off in our hotel. We quickly got dressed & joined everyone else outside. We later found at the the sprinkler system had built up too much pressure & needed to release. It could have picked a better time! We got ready for the day & headed over to the parks. Our first visit (of course) was Pirates of the Carrabean. We were the first ones to ride today & had a boat all to ourselves. We had to ride 3 times (yes, right in a row) before I could talk her out of going on. We then headed to Splash Mountain & only had to wait about 5 minutes. We didn't get too wet. We then went on Winnie the Pool, which I had to talk Becka into going on. We shopped a little bit & headed to California Adventure, where we spent the rest of the day.

"Pirates of the Carribean"

Riding "Jumpin Jellyfish" in California Adventure.

Waiting to see "It's Tough To Be A Bug".

Sitting down to ride "Soaring Over California".

AND NOW FOR THE HIGHLIGHT OF OUR DAY!

We had reservations at Ariel's Grotto. For those of you who do not know, Ariel is Becka's favorite princess. We ate a "very" expensive meal (but worth it). Right before we were seated, they took a photo of Becka with Ariel

(Sorry we can't post that picture - we'll bring it home.)

She actually posed with the characters this time.

with Snow White

with Belle

with Cinderella

with Jasmine

We also got to ride Toy Story - which was a lot of fun. Finally - we made the calls we needed to make, went back to the hotel, went swimming for about 20 minutes, took our baths, untangeled our hair & watch cartoons. We are going to sleep now (actually Becka is long gone) & looking forward to tomorrow.

Mr. & Mrs. Aaron Smith

Alissa Norton & Aaron Smith were married on August 30, 2008. They wanted to be married in "the woods", so they cleared a spot that the minister recorded as "The Chapel In The Woods."
We will be getting our 3rd gandchild in May 2009. Thanks Alissa & Aaron! We're so happy for you & will track the due date on this site so your dad will be able to remember.



Proud Dad was very happy to be able to walk his daughter down the aisle. Thanks Alissa for giving him that opportunity.

Bridemaids Amber, Cassie & Brittany are waiting patiently for the ceremony to begin.

This is our Brittany & Ben. They have been living in Florida & are leaving for Switzerland next week. We're going to miss them, but we've hooked up with Skype.com to keep in touch. We'll be able to visit just as if they are sitting in the same room with us. We wish them a safe journey, & (don't worry Brit) I'll be out to see you.

We love you both!

Dad & Lisa

Getting to know you . . .

I have been getting to know my great nephews & nieces lately. It's a real treat for me.

Here I am with Paisley Papa & Cole Woods on their blessing day.

Thanks guys for letting me share this day with you.

Parker & Quinn (with Grandma Rocha) brought me a much needed fan to my office.

Here is how I'm getting Parker to like me - buying her treats.

Grandma & Grandpa Robinson, Quinn, Parker & myself are enjoying a PHS Volleyball Game.

GO Riders!

Sad News Today

Going back to this!? This was taken right outside the sliding glass door from our apartment in West Lebanon, NH. It is very pretty at times - but COLD!!!!!

Eddie was told that he was laid off from the mine today. Does anyone know of any jobs? I don't particularily want to go back East, but I guess you need to do what you need to do. We both made a decent wage back there, but . . . it's so far away.

I'm just getting to know my great nephews & nieces. Anyone have any suggestions?