Mother's Day @ Hotel Del Coronado

Hello family and friends. Finally a place for everyone to see our family adventures in beautiful sunny San Diego. I was inspired by my wonderful friend Andra Mahoney to start a blog of my own. Hope you all enjoy.

For my Mother's Day my family surprised me with a beautiful brunch at the famous Hotel Del Coronado. We dressed for the occasion and man I will have to say Tom and I have produced two handsome boys if I do say so myself.

The hotel is a beautiful Victorian landmark that was built in 1887. Five or six years ago we saw Air Force One at North Island Naval Base (The base where Tom is currently stationed) where President Bush gave a speech then stayed at the luxurious resort. This hotel was also made popularly known by the movie "Some Like it Hot" starring Marilyn Monroe and Jack Lemon. 

On our way in we couldn't help but take a few pics.

.I'm too young to have an 8 year old, look how much Marshall has grown

Walking through the foyer gives an eerie sense of history. It almost feels like walking through the foyer of Disneyland's Hollywood Tower of terror. Crystal chandeliers centered every room along with large vased flower arrangements. Oops caught Marshman with his eyes closed. 

Everything was intricately in its place all the way down to the bellhops. I had to get a snap in the old fashioned shaft elevator of coarse with the friendly staff.

They reserved a table for us in the Ballroom. Turner and I at the entrance.

Harp music was played on stage to set the mood for our buffet style meal. Not a very good shot of the harp player I know. She is there in the backround. I was too excited to snag me a cut of Prime Rib and steamed King Crab legs.

Family that went were Great Aunt Evelyn, Aunt Cheryl, Uncle Wayne, Tom, Marshall, Turner, and of coarse your truly. Like our corsages? I had them specially made for us. Orchids for Aunt Evelyn and yellow Pigmy Roses for Aunt Cheryl and I.  

This is me after my first piece of Prime Rib still excited for more.

Here is Turner just as excited for 2nds as I am... And  3rds, and 4ths, ect. lol

Aunt Evelyn modeling her orchid corsage, too bad I didn't get a pic of her wheels. She is quite the trend setter. Her wheel chair is decorated according to the holiday. Cheryl and Wayne wove spring flower decorations through each wheel which brought a lot of attention. 

For dessert Marshall had fun with the chocolate fountain. He enjoyed it so much he had to take some for later.

After brunch we went on a little stroll around the grounds checking out the little shops.

Uncle Wayne carrying Turner. This is what happens to Turner when he eats too much.

Aren't they such studs?  Tom and Turner striking a pose for all to see.

Alas we are sitting patiently waiting for valet to bring our car around.

What a great privilege it was to be able to have such a nice day with my family making wonderful memories. I am so grateful to have such thoughtful people in my life. Though it doesn't take much to please me they are always thinking up ways to show their appreciation. I love being a mom:) Until next time...