Florida and Disney World

We spent two days at Magic Kingdom. We had a good system figured out with rider swap passes for those with babies and fast passes. The few times we did wait in line, we regretted it.
Surprisingly, Bridger was able to do a lot of rides and shows with us. The first day everything we went on, he came with us. The second day we rode on roller coasters and he chilled in his stroller with whoever was waiting for the next ride.


Poor Bridger was a pool of sweat as he fell asleep in the bjorn. At least he got a good nap.
Ella totally crashed after our day at the beach. She was screaming and kicking before we got her strapped into the car. Luckily, she also had a good nap.
Brayden loves his cousins so much! He keeps asking about when we'll see them again and wants to know exactly how many more days it will be until he is reunited with his buds.

I know it sounds like fun but it was so hot! We were sweating the whole time and bordering fun and misery. The kids just remember the rides and the shows and being with their cousins. I'm thinking that a vacation in Florida every 6 years will be perfect for me.

Slide Rock

We have a beautiful state park right down the road from us: Slide Rock. It's a river play area with a natural water slide down slick rock with a real chute that pushes you along. It's hard to explain but the kids love it! You can also jump off some not-too-high cliffs into deep water that Ella loves to do with her dad! Me and Bridger sit in a puddle of cold water off to the side and pray that no one gets hurt.

4th of July

Although 4th of July pictures are usually my favorite, I didn't get very many shots this year. Ben and the kids were in the parade passing out flags to everyone. We then had lunch with friends and a quiet evening at home. I am now 31 and trying to embrace the 30's. I did as much as I could in my 20's so I can't look back at my youth. The scary part is that 40 is now in my future. Yikes!

Ella is a Flower Girl!

My niece, Alisa, got married this summer. This was the original reason for our visit to the northwest. Ella was a flower girl and played her part well. The wedding was at Lake Quinault, WA and it was beautiful! We stayed at a lake house and had such a great time. I can't wait to go back there for a family vacation.

Thomas The Train

I am now trying to catch our blog up on our summer fun. These are pictures from our day with Thomas the Train. We got to go with some friends to ride the train and have lots of fun with all the activities provided.