The past four days have been spent at the conference center during the day. Gabe and I have learned so much and are really enjoying all of the presenters at the National American Academy of Pediatrics annual conference. The kids are spending their days playing with new friends, doing crafts and playing lots of games. We are thankful that the kids enjoy the kids camp childcare so much.
The weather has been great so we are trying to squeeze in some sightseeing fun in the late afternoon/evenings. On Saturday night we took a cable car down to Pier 39. Riding on a cable car was so neat with gorgeous views of the city. We made it to the shore just in time to catch a bus to the Exploratorium where the AAP was holding an event. This was an extremely cool, hands on science museum. Things were a bit chaotic during the event so we will try and get back to see the exhibits better later in the week.
Sunday, after the conference, we drove down to Pier 39 again to hop on a boat tour around San Francisco Bay. We learned lots about the history of the bay and were able to ride under the Golden Gate Bridge. We also got an up close look at Alcatraz, but didn't get off for the tour, much to the disappointment of Noah and James. Trying not to miss an opportunity, we strolled down Pier 39. There were so many neat shops and sights to see. James' favorite was the Left Handed Store where he met the cashier who was also the only "lefty" in his family, the second of four children, wore glasses and had a son named James. Needless to say, James was thrilled to meet that man:)
After Monday's conference we met up with some friends from residency for bowling. The kids thought it was neat to meet some new friends and bowl with the big balls. By the end of this day everyone was exhausted!
By today it is safe to say that the kids are experts in riding public transportation. They are doing so well being patient all around. Tonight, for the first time since we arrived, we made it home before dark and in time to make dinner. The kids were so relieved to just be here for a few hours without running off on the next adventure. We soaked in the hot tub and had a relaxing night in:)
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