Vacation

We just got back from vacation. I know, are we spoiled or what? First New England, now the lake in northern MN. We relaxed and relaxed then relaxed a little more. A friend/co worker of Chris' let us stay in their RV, which as you can see in the picture, doesn't really look like an RV. It's pretty fancy. The best part: windows, windows, windows, which meant a CROSS BREEZE. Can you tell I live in a condo?


This was the view from almost every place in the house.

This was the little guest cabin (also with a view). Notice Penelope climbing the ladder to the loft.
It was fun to have Marilyn ("Bubbe" as Penelope calls her) to stay with us for a couple of days.

Penelope loved the cabin.

Anyone who knows Little Miss Cautious, knows that she is extremely hesitant about trying new things. She has never liked slides, for one. But on this trip she carefully, under much consideration went for it. And then she couldn't get enough of it. She kept saying, "This is so great, Mom. I can do myself!"

We had a ton of fun on the boat.

This lake was unlike any other. No slimy green stuff to swim through. Just sand.

Can you tell I love being this little girl's mom?

During the stay we gave up our vegetarian ways and stuffed our faces with meat--everyday. (However, I will add that once we were coming home we were happy to think meatless thoughts--even meat lover, Chris!)

This was also Penelope first time swinging on her own. She was so proud.

Every time we would sit down to eat or play outside or ride on the boat, Penelope's most used phrase was. "This is so fun, guys!"

Favorite Vacation Moment: One night Chris and I laid down on either side of Penelope for the nighttime routine. She tucked her little arms around our necks and pulled us in tight, cheek to cheek and kept saying over and over again, "I love you guys, you're the best mom and best papai. We're together! You guys are best. I love you!", and kissing our cheeks.