We can't believe that 2 years ago today, a little boy who God had chosen to be our son, was born. He is 2 for 2 with having trips that correspond with his birthday. Last year we were in Arizona visiting Great Grandpa Meier. We took him to his first zoo, the Phoenix zoo, and then flew back to Wisconsin on Midwest where he enjoyed a fresh baked chocolate chip cookie instead of a cake.
This year we were invited to the Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells with another family. The kids had a half day of school on Thursday and all day Friday. Our friends booked their timeshare for the overnight trip. With 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and 2 full kitchens, dining rooms, etc, the kids had plenty of space to run around without having to leave the timeshare condo. We did enjoy time in two of the waterparks at the resort. The kids had fun sliding down slides, playing in the water, and enjoying the hot tub. Ian had a blast just being in the water! We checked out on Friday morning, but were able to play at the waterpark until early afternoon.
We treated the kids to a Happy Meal at McDonalds on the way home. Once home, we all layed down for a good nap. I was thankful that I finally have most of my energy back after being sick for the past 2 months, that I was able to be active and play with the kids in the water. We feel very blessed that we had the opportunity to do this trip and spend time together as a family.
The kids trying to wake up on Friday morning before going to the water park.
Ian is not so happy about sitting on the frog.
Ian takes a rest after a very busy morning of playing at the waterpark.
Ben and Cami, thinking of their brother (ha ha), suggested that we needed to go to Red Robin for Ian's birthday dinner. It has become a tradition that the kids get to choose their birthday dinner, having the choice of eating their choice at home or going out. We invited our friend, Brian and the kids, to join us for the special birthday dinner. Everyone survived the short wait for a table and the meal. I think it was the first time in a long time that the kids all sat and colored and ate without getting too restless.
Eating at Red Robin
Now we end the day with a quiet house, resting up for tomorrow when Grandma Sandy and Grandpa Neil arrive to celebrate. We also look forward to Aunt Keri and Uncle Joe and Natalie coming to play and celebrate Ian's second birthday. My heart is filled with mixed feelings as my baby grows into a little boy. I will miss having my baby, but look forward to a talking boy who will really start showing more of his own personality and the beginning of becoming his own little person. We are thankful to God to have this little boy that we longed for for many, many months.
This past week, playing outside in the snow.
Ian likes to catch up on his sports.
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