And that's why we ended up driving to Little Rock Sunday afternoon, timed perfectly with River's nap. He woke up when we were nearly to the hotel, happy and a little confused to be the only kid in the backseat.
Every time we drive down I-40, I always see this sign, laugh out loud, and say next time I'll have my camera ready. This time I finally did. Ha! Arkansas, you sure are funny.
We stayed overnight at the La Quinta downtown, which was the fanciest-schmanciest La Quinta I've ever seen. And look what was across the street:
Naturally, I introduced River to the banana milk shake and it was love at first taste. And those french fries are just as good as I remember.
Later, we jumped in the pool and River giggled and laughed and squealed the entire time.
This is the first time he has been in a swimming pool all summer. I know. That makes me sound like a bad mom. But would you want to take my two little boys to the pool by yourself? I didn't think so.
So now River is officially a big fan of swimming pools. And the elevator up to the 3rd floor of the hotel. And jumping on the King size bed in the room. And cartoons on the TV.
Yep, our trip to Little Rock wasn't exactly a vacation, but we were still able to squeeze in some fun.
I haven't gotten my kids to a pool, either, except for J's swimming lessons when then other two were strapped in to a stroller. I mean, how would I do it? :) By the way, I love River's doll. I can't believe you made it. Benjamin is loving his little doll. I give it to him on the changing table (which he is on OFTEN) and he smiles and talks to him, then chews on him, especially the hat. :)
ReplyDeleteSo thankful the surgeries are done and went OK!