Step 3: Vacation! Check!!

We had planned a while back to take a trip to Florida with our neighbors...little did we know it would fall smack dab in the middle of all our moving craziness. But...it ended up being perfect timing...just what we needed to take a break for some much needed relaxation and fun!

Day 1 - Airplane!
Ava was SO excited to go on the airplane. She insisted on carrying her Dora book bag onto the plane herself and sat by the window to watch all the action. Her little sis followed right behind her. They did great on the plane...I packed some activities and the DVD player! Not to mention snacks...all wonders when stuck on a full flight with a 3 and almost 2 year old!!
Day 2 - Pool and Downtown Disney
We started out with intentions of heading to the beach for the day...but because of rain, decided to go to the world's largest McDonald's. Kids always love McDonald's...so we thought what the heck! And we were right...not only were there hundreds of food choices, but lot of games and a giant play area. By the time we got back to our condo...the sun was out and we headed down to the pool. I have two little fish...Ava a bit more cautious than Kate (Kate has no fear)...but the pool was one of their favorite parts of the week. And what made it even better...having their pals Cami and Carter there.

After an afternoon at the pool we drove to Downtown Disney. That place is great! So many things to do and see with kids...and a lot of it for free! After some exploration of dinosaurs, Disney characters and Lego land, we ate at this great Italian restaurant. Perfect ending to a super day!

More to come....off to bed....:-)

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