As most of you know, I’m a complete Star Wars fanatic. If you need a reminder, do a search for “Halloween” on this site. Anyway, when I heard the Pacific Outpost Fighting 501st Stormtrooper legion was appearing at the Honolulu City Lights for a Toys for Tots drive, I had to go! To donate a toy of course! Unfortunately, Oren didn’t have as much fun as I did, as she squirmed and complained most of the night.

Even when she was sorta coming around and asking “where’s Darth Vader”, Darth happened to take a potty break. No offense, but Darth Maul is just not as cool.

But it was a great time, and it was for a good cause. I hope the 501st was able to bring enough geek dads out to meet their Toys for Tots goal!

The Valdezs got out of the house for once this weekend and graced downtown Honolulu with their presence at the 15th Annual Children & Youth Day at the State Capitol. The event sprawled across several civic areas; from the Frank Fasi Civic Center to the Hawaii State Art Museum. It was just too massive to cover, especially in the blazing hot Sunday sun. We quickly realized that even though it was labeled a children’s event, there wasn’t much for a 2.5 year old to do, with all the rides and activities geared towards older kids and young teens. Oren did enjoy the slush floats, meeting up with her buddy Ensen, then the crafts at the Hawaii State Art Museum. I must say, that’s the cutest paper bag hat I’ve ever seen! We’ll definitely be back though, and by then, maybe Oren can strap herself into a bungee trampoline!