Farewell New Zealand

We have one full day left in New Zealand, and then the next day we hop on the plane to California.  I really wanted to do a little photo shoot of my little ones before we left, somewhat of a last hurrah photo shoot in New Zealand... well, of course, it didn't go exactly as planned, but when does it ever?  We made a quick trip to the beach to start since the weather was actually pretty good!  I think this might have been Jackson's first real trip to the beach where he got to explore (and eat) the sand, and dip his little feet in the (freezing cold) water.  He wasn't that impressed.  Riley really wanted to find crabbies, starfish, and dolphins.... yeah we didn't see any of the above.

I cannot get over the curls on this girl!!

We then headed over to the playground for a bit of fun, Jackson got to ride on the swings, and Riley looooved getting to push him and having him smash into her...  And Jackson's hair these days is pretty awesome too...

I was determined to get ONE picture of my two little monkeys sitting together, and I DID IT.  I should say WE did it, as Mark played a big role in getting children to sit still and smile... Riley was less than pleased with this little photo shoot as it interrupted her playground time, so she kept trying to run away.  I think Mark was singing and dancing behind me to get them to stay still and laugh.  I love that man, he will do anything to help me get a good photo.

One more day and then my kiwi babies are moving to the US.  I am so excited, BUT also, so sad about the thought of Riley's little kiwi accent disappearing!!  :)

Riley's 27 month update coming tomorrow...