Fun Times at Sierra & Johnny's Wedding

Reef Indy really enjoyed the activities of Sierra and Johnny’s wedding. 

He was even able to sit still . . . well pretty still during the ceremony. Of course Reefs’ favorite part of it all was playing with cousin Sofia and the other kids.


     

 

Family Birthday Fun at the Melting Pot

Amanda's Birthday Dinner at The Melting Pot

The Melting Pot Restaurant in La Jolla, California is a fun place to gather for an unique fine dining experience. They offer multi-course fondue dining, perfect Mom's Birthday celebration with friends and family!

Our waiter, John was pleasant, fun, friendly, attentive, and so very helpful.  Oh did I mention John is in a band!  This restaurant is a bit pricey, but the food was delightful and the fondue experience unique.  

Oma ordered the Yin & Yang Martini. It really was the perfect balance; Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur, Stoli Vanil Vodka and ice cream topped with chocolate shavings!

Our only complaint was that the Melting Pot was not able to accommodate our party of fourteen at the same table.  Sitting at two separate tables muted our celebration a bit.

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Reef Indy - Lights Out

At a family dinner with Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Opa and Oma - Reef Indy entertains by blowing out the lights - High Five!

Reef and His Dad Play Kickball

12 month old Reef Indy and his Dad play kick ball. (yes I know it is a basketball)

Hot Fun at the Pala Skatepark

Oma and Opa spent some time with Reef Indy at the Pala Skatepark.  Poor Reef was not feeling 100%; so he took a nap on his Opa.  It was a super hot day - in the upper 90's

Oma thought she had better practice her videography skills before grandson Reef Indy hits the bowls. Since opening in April 2008, the Pala Skatepark has been providing skateboarders with a safe, fun place to skateboard. The park was designed by award-winning skatepark designer Wally Hollyday and features rails, drops, ramps as well as a carved out bowl modeled after an abandoned pool that was a favorite of local skateboarders in the 80s and 90s.

The video above was taken before 2014 Pala Skatepark Death Race presented by Gullwing Trucks.

#skateboarding #palaskatepark

Reef Indy's Skateboarding Debut

Reef Indy debuts his skateboarding skills in his first "Skateboard Exhibit"

Reef Indy is very serious as he listens to his Dad's instruction.

Reef Indy (11-Months-Old) practices on his skateboard with his Dad. Give this boy his board and he will occupy himself for hours.  The video below memorializes the first time Reef skateboarded in front of an audience.

Eleven-Month-Old Reef Indy loves to play outdoors,
especially if he can play with pound puppies Spike & Riley.

Reef Indy loves Oma's Big Dogs

 

Reef Indy loves Oma's Big Dogs.  Here he is sharing his skateboard with Spike.  

Oma and Opa were taking care of Reef while Mom and Dad enjoyed their honeymoon.  Reef Indy was so happy and easy to care for.

Reef Indy's Split Pea Experience

Oma loves Split Pea Soup. Good thing, Reef Indy loves Split Pea Soup also. It is so easy to make and has many health benefits.

The first year of Reef Indy’s life brings tremendous changes in what he can eat. Around the age of six months, you should start introducing nutritious solid foods into your baby's diet. Serving your baby a variety of nutrient-dense foods during infancy ensures that he gets all of the nutrients he needs for growth and development.

More importantly, it sets the stage for a lifetime of healthy eating. Split peas supply your little one with many essential vitamins and minerals. It is fiber rich, and supplies the body Potassium and Vitamin K.

Oma and Opa quickly learned that when Reef hits his High-Chair tray, he is ready for another bite. When he loses interest in the experience, he has eaten enough!

Oma's Easy Vegetarian Crock Pot Split Pea

• 32 Ounces Split Peas
• 4 Medium Carrots, Peeled and Diced (Use Baby Carrots)
• 3 Cups White Onion, Chopped
• 1 Whole Garlic Smashed
• 2 Bay Leafs
• 1/2 Tablespoon Salt
• 1/2 Teaspoon Pepper
• 12 Cups Hot Water

Directions:

1. Layer ingredients in order listed above. Do not stir

2. Cover and cook until peas are soft High: 4-5 hours or Low: 5 hours

3. Remove bay leaf before serving

For the adults - Remember bread for dipping!

Skate Park Moves Closer To Reality Reef’s Dad's Community Involvement

The idea grew to fruition in October of 2013. What began as a small group of Valley Center residents trying to make a dream a reality, took on its own driving force within the community.

Adults and Kids Alike Enjoy the Temporary Ramp

The people rallied together and with a temporary ramp is in place, the first fundraiser for the Valley Center Skate Park demonstrated what parental love can accomplish. “Come out to Support our Youth and Help Make Change Happen!” was the theme of the day.

Zack Smith Enjoys His Turn On The Ramp

If there were any doubts regarding the need for a skate park in Valley Center, the well-attended fundraiser proved there is a real thirst among the local skateboarding community. More than 300 people showed up for the all-day event to skate, win raffle prizes, and meet pro skaters like Jake Brown and Neal Mims.

The Valley Center Parks and Recreation District Board approved usage of the property under the condition that the skaters join an association or create a nonprofit by the end of the year to cover liability. It is estimated that $60,000 to $80,000 is needed to build the skate park.

Mouse*, Reef Indy and Zack pose at the Autograph Session

Reef Indy’s Dad (Zack) is a devoted skateboarder. In the last four months, he has been dedicated to the progress of the Valley Center Skate Park. On 02/08/2014, they completed the second twelve-yard pour thanks to all the donators of time, money, and/or material.

“It has been a great experience to help with this Skate Park. We still have a lot more work to do, but one more pour and some pool coping and we will have a skate-able piece of concrete for the kids and of course, the adults!!!” Zack explained with a chuckle.

New Dad, and owner of Zack Smith Plumbing and Contracting, Zack has not only donated his time and money, but his construction expertise to this worthwhile project.

Photos From The Second Pour

IMPORTANT:

The Valley Center Skate Park is made possibly completely by donations! If anyone needs a donation sheet please let us know!!! You can email the author of this post at aellen@promotorsports1.com.

Your donations are tax-deductible. The Skate Park is not just for skaters! It has become a friendly a place to hang with friends and family.

*Mouse is a local North County San Diego artist that's been making sick stenciled grip for a few years now.

Oma and Opa Babysit

Mom and Dad Have Date Night at Dodger Stadium - Hockey and Kiss Concert

Oma and Opa get to spend time with Reef Indy

Nice sunny day to play outside

Reef Indy plays while Oma and Opa eat dinner

Reef Indy and Opa picks some fruit for tonight's dessert

Big day for a big boy; all tuckered out

Reef Indy Tries to Crawl

Happy Birthday Mom

Family Birthday Fun

Reef With Birthday Mom

Belle Gets Opa Bow Ready

Belle Admires Her Work

Dad Turn to Wear the Bow

Johnny and Belle

Reef Indy Speaks

Reef Indy is growing more and more alert by the day.  He loves to express himself through smiles, laughs, gurgles, and coos.

Will Reef Enjoy SkateboardingLike Dad Zack?

Reef's Dad has been skateboarding for over twenty years.  Skateboarding provides flexibility, increases coordination and builds cardiovascular stamina! Oma wonders if Reef Indy Enjoy Skateboarding Like Dad Zack.

Daddy Zack and Baby Reef
enjoy their day at the Skate Park.