We had the opportunity of being chosen as a finalist on America's Funniest Home Videos! They called us up and I was so shocked and couldn't believe they wanted to fly us all out there expenses all paid for to be on the show. This was also Brystal's first time on an airplane, (well the first time she's actually known she was on an airplane.) She loved it and was great. She was so excited for this trip.
We got to our hotel and were greeted with an envelope telling us our schedule, and a big wad of cash for us to go out to eat. We felt like throwing the money in the air and rolling around in it. It was roughly about 750$, just for food!!
The kids were excited to just lounge around. We were 2 hours ahead, still on Houston time, so the kids went to bed at 6 and woke up at 5:30. Ya, hotel stays with kids aren't really relaxing sometimes.
We took a tour of the hotel grounds which were pretty amazing, Brystal laid out on the chair and soaked up a little sun.
We don't get out very much, as you can tell that this is very exciting for us.
Sunny California, wasn't really all that sunny while we were there. In fact most of the time it was overcast and a little rainy. But we made the most of it and went to the beach, actually we just looked at the beach from the pier. We were on Manhattan beach. We saw a few surfers, and just enjoyed watching the waves, which were way better than the waves we see in Galveston.
Me and my little babies. They had so much fun just walking up and down the pier.
Boston always loves a chance to get out and walk around by himself without mommy running after him and taking him away.
Brystal, well she's just cute.
Since we were 2 hours behind on time, the kids were exhausted by the time it was time for us to go to the studio for the show. We had to wait in the Green room the whole time since kids aren't allowed in the taping. Bosman finally konked out for a little while, but they were both still really tired.
Brystal was cute as always just chatting it up with all the AFV staff, she was of so cute and cheerful up until it was time to go out on the stage to announce the winners. So if you missed the show, you missed Brystal not being happy. I think she was just overwhelmed and didn't really know what was going on. There were bright lights and make up people, and the audience was all staring at us, it was overwhelming for me too.
Boston trying out the golf cart.
We didn't really have a chance to talk or get a picture with Tom Bergeron but I snooped around and found his dressing room and took a picture of it. That's as good as it gets, He was a really nice guy though.
In case you did miss the show, the Bennett's (us) won the 10,000 Dollar first place prize!!!!!! Woo hoo!!! We were so excited to have a little extra cash, and now it means another opportunity to go back and do it all over again for 100,000! We are just thankful for such a fun experience! Man it was such a long day of just waiting around for 5 minutes of fame, but it was worth it, obviously. And as Tom Bergeron says, "If you get it on tape, you could get it in cash!!!" And that we did.
11 comments:
The video was hilarious! What an awesome experience!!! You should post the video if you can. Congrats again!!
That is just so amazing! How fun for you guys!! I can't wait to see the next show!!
Want to know about the $100,000 prize already!!!!
Finally the AFV post! I've been waiting for this! When does the $100,000 show air?
Are you completely serious? I think you are the most famous people I know! This is great. I can think of lots of things we can do with your money. :) What clip did you send in? I'd love to see it, can you post it? Or what day was the show and I'll see if I can see it on the internet?
We have been waiting for you guys to post about this, and we're so glad you enjoyed your trip. Boston and Brystal are getting so big! I can't wait to see you all at the family reunion. :)
Kacie!! That is seriously awesome! We are so happy for you guys!! I hope all has gone well for your move! We wish you a very Merry Christmas in your new home!
You rule. I wish my kids were funny....and I caught it on video! When can you tell us about the $100,000?!?!?! I'm dying to know if you won!
Wow! That is sooooo fun! Congratulations! Is there a way to see the video? If not, please share what it was about. Will be waiting to hear about the big $100,000.
That is super exciting, I wish I would have seen the episode! I think I should tape my kids more often, sounds like not only a fun trip, but a good investment. I heard you guys are in Colorado. I hope you are enjoying the snow, I think we may come over sometime is April. We'll have to stop by and see you. Congrats to you and Brystol. (She is so cute, I think she should just win on cuteness alone!)
This is so cool, Kacie! I've been so excited for you over this. Your kids are so totally adorable. Hope the move went well and that you guys enjoy Denver!
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