In some ways I think the beach is even more magical than Disneyland, plus less expensive and a little more relaxing. I loved watching the kids busy building sand castles and chasing the waves. The nice thing about the Pacific Ocean is it is cold enough I don't have to worry too much about Drew running out too far. Although, I didn't have to worry too much about that anyway. He seemed content to play in the sand. Ella was pretty good about getting her feet wet but I didn't want her to get too messy so I didn't let her really play in the sand...maybe next time ;)

We couldn't have picked a better day to go to the beach. The weather was great and there was hardly anyone else around; could have been due to the recent shark attack....thankfully the only sharks we saw were at Sea World.

I just love visiting the ocean, like I said there is something magical about it. It seems to ignite the inner child in me and possibilities seem as endless as the ocean!