Our trip to the "quarium"

Last weekend we went "across the lake" to the aquarium...or "quarium" as the kids call it. We never go over there for much other than to go visit Steven's dad but it was fun trip all around! We went with Ava and Katelynn and Donnie and Lisa came along with us! We also went with Steven's Dad, Stepmom, and step-nephew Ty. I was very excited because I knew the girls would LOVE IT! Especially Ava. We had Ava in the car with us and it was almost like a glimpse into the future when we have another child. I kept asking her if Natalie was sleeping and she would say "noooo" One time she said "nnooo...yea"! and then proceeded to tell me "Natty sleepin!! NATTY SLEEPIN!!! NANNY NATTY SLEEPIN" All I could do was laugh because if she was sleeping she probably wasn't anymore. Ava and I also had a discussion about the dolphins in the lake. I asked her if she could see them and she said no. I told her they must be taking a nap. All of a sudden she starts yelling! Nanny I see dolphins! I see them sleeping! Man I wish I had the imagination of a 2 year old! She also busted out with "I see a boat!" I leaned over to Steven and said...do you see a boat? There was no boat...but whatever! She is my Ava Lou and you just have to accept the craziness!

Anyway, once we got there I kept telling Steven....don't be disappointed if Natalie doesn't "get" this whole experience....this whole trip was his idea so Natalie could see the Aquarium....at 8 month old...but ok whatever! Apparently all he wanted her to see was the glass tunnel in the beginning...$18 a piece for the tunnel in the beginning.....sigh....thats my husband! We had a great time though and Natalie seemed to be paying attention somewhat! The only issue we had was the gift shop....kids and gift shops don't mix when there is no plan to buy $12-5 inch around- glitter balls! Sorry KK! We made it out alive and were no worse for the wear! I would have pictures but they are on my camera....in my purse....at home...and I am at work! I do have one that I will steal from Ashlyn...who stole it from me.....

Lisa, Ava, KK, Ty, and Natalie in the middle....chillaxing!