Month: October 2007

Ceviche’s Day at Dland

Posted on by vballphil in Birthday, Disneyland, Fun, Savannah

You know, I am OFFICIALLY a Disney freak (my obession is crazy), but I definitely learned about the little things this past weekend with my niece! Savannah, aka Ceviche, turned 5 two weeks ago and my gift to her was a trip to Dland (and only Dland). Ceviche has a tendency to not like anything in the dark (rides, lines, etc) or boats (even Small world) so you would think that the day would be limited…right? WRONG!!



When we got to the park, I decided to buy Ceviche an Princess Autograph book for signatures. We headed into the park, straight to Fantasyland! Ceviche loves the Merry-Go-Round. It was a start to an amazing day :). From there we walked to the Autopia, passing by the HUGE Nemo line/ride. Ironcially, at first Ceviche was like “NO”, then changed her mind later…so there is hope! We fastpassed Autopia and headed to meet Ariel! And to be honest, I felt like we were special and Ariel talked to my niece for 5 minutes!! And yes, there was still a long line behind us…and in front of us no one talked that long…so I was happy for my niece!










After the meet and greet we jumped on the teacups. Wow, Ceviche loves that ride!! Actually, Ceviche just likes being in control!! Hahaha! Anyways, from there we headed to Toontown. We went to Mickey’s house and standed in line for 1 hour!! Oh yea, a really long line! Patience is not a virtue when it comes to kids…it is REALITY with kids! Wow, the things you learn! Haha. Anyways, we got the photo with Mickey and headed to Goofy’s house. And of course my dream guy never ceases to amaze me! :)! And of course Ceviche played in the playground behind Goofy’s house!! 🙂
















From their we headed back to Autopia, where Ceviche was a driver (and on the ride) for the first time! So classic! Haha! After that we grabbed food and staked our spot on the parade line. And not a bad spot, if you ask me! To see my nieces’ face when character’s smiled, waved, and talked (oh yes…classic) to my niece. Probably the best part of the day for me! It was priceless!









After the parade we headed back to the Merry-Go-Round and got sidetracked to Dumbo! And Ceviche wanted to ride it!! That has NEVER happened!! So we rode Dumbo! I was so proud of her! She actually controlled the “up & down” motions too!! After that we headed to the Merry-Go-Round for one last spin…







Then it was home for us…a long day (oh yes I was tired) but so worth it and amazing!! 🙂

Ceviche’s Bday

Posted on by vballphil in Birthday, Ceviche, Jasmine, Johannah, Savannah

Ok, so Ceviche (aka Savannha, my niece) turned 5 this past weekend. I really can not believe how old she has gotten (and her sis, Jo, who is turning 10 next month)! I love all 3 of my nieces & nephew…but am really proud of my niece Ceviche for starting to come out of her shell! She seriously has the ultimate middle child syndrome…but is now coming out of it! YEA! And of course, my bday present to her is a trip to Disneyland!! WOOHOO! And just for the record I am taking my other niece, Jo, for her bday next month :)!

Anyways, here are a couple of pics from last Sat.




And I forgot to mention how awesome it was to see my brother’s family too with their to children!! Their youngest…Jasmine….must me the most outgoing baby I have ever seen!



The SD Dinner party

Posted on by vballphil in coffee, Fun, San Diego, Sisters, Viejas

So, every chance we get (which is not that many) we, the Phillips, try and head down to see our Aunt Chloe at the Viejas Casino in Alpine (San Diego). We were able to get down there a week ago to celebrate Kara’s belated bday and our Aunt’s 70th bday. And let’s say, we are never sad when we are “forced” to eat that gourmet at the Casino Steakhouse!! Haha! Anyways, one of the funnest moments EVERYTIME we go down is our car ride down! Lastyear I was able to videotape the car action (which was QUITE HYSTERICAL).

My fabulous sisters

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This time it was all about the camera!! Hehehehe!

The drive down







Our “coffee break”










Dinner 🙂


The new job err jobs!

Posted on by vballphil in dig 4 kids, turks caicos, volleyball vacations, volleyball.com

So for those who have not heard, I recently resigned from the AVP and took the position of Foundation Director at Dig 4 Kids. Along with that, I am working for Volleyball Vacations & volleyball.com. WOOHOO! SO BASICALLY….I am working for Eric Fonoimoana at D4K and Al-B at VBV MEANING I am not going very far from the AVP! The big difference is I am going to be able to enjoy the AVP! Concept right?

So for those who don’t know anything about these two programs, let me get you aquainted!! D4K is a non profit program directed at the inner cities. The first program has been in Carson the past 7 years. We have 4 & 5 graders who come from the local elementary schools to Carson HS on Tuesdays. Once they are there they get tutored for 2 hours and then learn how to play volleyball for an hour. And the really cool thing is that the tutors are not only pro athletes but the Carson HS boy’s & girl’s volleyball teams. And we will be expanding VERY SOON! Growth is GOOD!

On to VBV….so VBV takes beach volleyball fans to exotic desinations to learn, play, eat, and drink with Pro Beach volleyball players. The first trip up for me is later this month in the Turks & Caicos Islands!! We will be having 8 of our AVP athletes in attendance too! Trust me…I CAN’T WAIT!! And for those who have never heard of the T&C islands, they are located just south of the Bahamas (and look like they are part of that chain). Oh, the Cayman’s are set for Feb of 08…woohoo! Here are some photos of the T&C islands!