Day 3:  When I started this trip, there was only one mandatory stop and time on my schedule.  That was for the final elementary school production of the Lion King  with our youngest granddaughter Paige, 11, as Nala at Westlake Elementary School.  Paige has been in every production since her first grade and once again did an incredible job in this role.  While I am obviously prejudiced, she is blessed with great talent and a beautiful singing voice.  We love the singing voices of all three of our granddaughters  and Paige once again made us very proud in this production. Will takes after me and his singing voice will likely not win any national competition but he has skills in many other areas.

Paige attends the same school where Pam teaches fourth grade.  While I think she is quite good, the school has some incredibly talented kids and parents are very supportive.  I am always amazed when I meet many of them and learn of their family, lives, and pursuits in life.  This school has been wonderful for Pam in her 15+ years of teaching and also for Emily and Paige.

After the performance we returned with friends and families for an ice cream and wine bar at Pam's home.  I have always been convinced Californians were different but they keep proving me wrong with special friendships, support, and sharing.  I am so thankful for all those around my three girls in CA.