6.25.2013

girl's trip...american girl style

On day 2 of our girl's trip, we went here!!!


Grace had been saving her money for her very first American Girl doll.  She falls asleep looking through the catalogs, so she already knew exactly which one she wanted.


Found it!  The girl with blonde curly hair, blue eyes, and freckles.


After she got her doll picked out and waiting at the counter for her, she could enjoy herself, look around, and help Lily decide what to get for her doll, Julie.  We love Kit...she is so cute!  I want her wardrobe and her bedroom!


She finally handed over the big bucks and got her doll, Taylor!  She was so excited and proud!


Then, we headed upstairs to the Bistro for lunch.  So fun!


It was all about American Girl pink, dolls, girls, and the details.



I had a great time hanging out with the girls and enjoying the imagination and innocence of girlhood.


Grace and Taylor both enjoyed the classic pink lemonade.


Lily stole a sip of Julie's drink.


We had some yummy appetizers...spinach artichoke dip and...


...fancy fruit kabobs with yogurt and muffins.


It was all very delicious!


Next, we had a bitty burger and mini hot dog and...


...a bistro burger with some super yummy sweet potato fries!  Sadly, there was no room left for dessert.


We really had a fun girly time and I'm so thankful that we were able to do this!


Wonderful memories were made!!!

6.24.2013

we went on a girl's trip!!!

A couple of weeks ago, my mom, sister, niece, Grace, and I loaded up the minivan and hit the road to Dallas.

























After a few hours, a detour, and too many potty breaks, we made it to our super nice hotel where warm cookies awaited us.  We changed clothes and took to shuttle to the mall by our hotel.


We just walked around and played a little bit.


The girls showed off their dance moves.


We ate dinner and then headed back to our hotel.


The girls went swimming and had a blast!


They were actually having so much fun that I was a little jealous.  I wanted to be in there giggling and doing flips in the water and showing off some new tricks by the steps.


Before bed, Grace and Mimi were making plans for the next day by browsing an American Girl catalog.


And we took some silly selfies. 


Then it was night-night time...'cause we had some exciting plans for the next day!

6.21.2013

InstaFriday

Here we go again...my cell phone pics from the past couple of weeks!

We started thinking about potty training, but I'm scared and I then forced my fears onto John.  We will wait...a little longer.


Grace sang in big church.


VBS Family Night...cowboys, cowgirls, BBQ, & singin' about Jesus.  It was a good night!


This was a pretty great way to spend the day! 


Success!!!


Tripp and Grace playing on the "dog bed" again.


Grace gave Daddy a picture of herself in case he missed her while she was out of town.


Hittin' the road to Dallas!  Girl's trip!!!


Ugh!!! Detour.


Oh my!!!


At the American Girl store with my favorite girl!


Soooo excited!!!


We visited this place.


a little nighttime swim


Ikea at last!!!


Lunch at Ikea...swedish meatballs anyone?


On our way back home.


Are we there yet?!?


So glad to be back home...we missed our boys.


Happy Father's Day to our superhero daddy!  I'm so thankful that my kids have such a wonderful daddy!


these are a few of my favorite things


My first time on Pinterest in over a week.


My sister came over to do my hair and make up for our family pics.  Isn't she the best?


Ice cream for dinner since the kids cooperated for the pics.


Story time, crafts, and ice cream at the library.


A little "pool water" fun!  I really just wanted to try out this new instvideo thing.


Hope you have a happy weekend!!!

life rearranged