Saturday, October 29, 2011

Phoenix - Family Style

Sean travels frequently and had a trip out to Phoenix so we thought we'd make it a family affair.  Our first family trip of four!  We'd be staying at a resort, so I figured, even though I'd be in charge of the kids by myself most of the time I was ready to give it a try.  Well, we did it!  I am very proud of the fact that both kids were well behaved on airplane rides and did great throughout the week.  A particularly nice moment was on Saturday night when we were out to dinner at a very nice restaurant called 'The Mission.'  No one else had children there and I even asked if there was a no children policy, but they said it was fine.  On the way out of the restaurant I got stopped by a woman and she said that I had the most well-behaved children she has ever seen.  Wow, was that nice to hear!  We were able to enjoy the ambiance, delicious southwest cuisine and the weather.  :)  

Some of our highlights, besides the wonderful weather and food (here comes the onslaught of photos):

Seeing Sophia fall asleep after a long day of travel



The sun was so bright, you gotta wear shades





Can't forget the goggles!




Afternoon siesta, poolside



Lovely weather!



Sophia loved the lazy river - such a big girl!



During some down time, reading to Avery -



Pool time with Dad



One of Sophia's favorites, the trolley ride around the city:




Hiking in Papago Park







Checking out the succulents!



Learning all about the Saguaro



 ...and the Yellow Barrel Cactus





A treat break in Old Town Scottsdale



The Desert Botanical Garden (the pictures do NOT do this beautiful place justice!)





 I'm in love with the desert; while I've been here before it seemed extra special this time.  I'm sure we will be back!

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