Unexpected Changes

Today I am supposed to be sitting by the pool in Palm Springs, CA, working on my tan and reading a book on my own personal mini vacation while my mom takes care of Hannah. However I am still in my pajamas in our living room looking at a "tornado" of board books, blocks and other brightly covered toys strewn about. My mom was sicker than we all thought so we cancelled/postponed the trip out there till a time when Mom feels better and can take care of my child while I vacation. :) I don't know that this was mom's intent when inviting us to her house, but I sure was hoping to get a few hours of "me" time while there. Isn't this what every mom of young children dreams of?

Two very different images.....but plans change. However, it is supposed to be gorgeous here today so we will go for a walk around the trails in our neighborhood and probably stop by the playground and play for awhile. I have been trying to get us outdoors every chance we have. I think it helps us both be in a better mood-all that Vitamin D, fresh air and exercise. I normally don't have a day where we have no plans so I'm using this unexpected free day as our own mini-vacation right here in Denver. 

Just so you don't feel too bad for my lost vacation, Jesse and I will be taking our first trip away from Hannah in April. We are going to Vegas for a few days while she goes to her Pops and Poni's house in Oklahoma city. So, I will get that vacation I was looking forward too but this time it will be with my husband which is exponentially greater than by myself. I hope that I am able to enjoy the trip and not just worry about Hannah. That is one reason we chose vegas versus a cruise or international destination-we will have cell phone access and easy flight access to get back to her quickly if needed. This will help me enjoy our vacation more! 

Have you been to Vegas? I have not. I'm a little nervous with all the "city of sin" and "debauchery" comments and jokes out there. I don't want that but I've been assured by many people that this is not true. I've been told these things exist in Denver too but we choose not to participate in them, just as we will choose not to participate in them in Vegas. Let me hear your comments on what to do in Vegas. 

Well, I need to use my free time/Hannah's nap time in getting ready for our day of outside fun! The days of just picking up my purse and walking out the door are long gone. I have to prepare food, sippy cups, toys, diapers, etc. Enjoy your day! And a special shout out to my MIL, Sandy, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!