Trip to Washington DC

We went on a bus trip to Washington DC.  We really wanted Tatti to be able to experience the Smithsonian.  My Mom got her a book to learn all about it. So, she knew the main things she wanted to see! She was excited for the Hope Diamond, Dorothy's shoes, the dollhouse and the First Lady's dresses.

Tatti can even have fun on the bus!  She ate guacamole and chips at about 9 am for breakfast.  She only asked if we were soon there about 100 times and seat hopped about 10.  LOVE HER!!!

Our bus dropped us off right in front of the Air and Space Museum.  We were glad because we wanted to go there first! We read it gets really full and you should go there early.

Tatti enjoyed the hands on exhibits. They were the first thing we went to inside the museum.  She also couldn't wait to eat Astronaut ice cream!!! She devoured the pack in about 2 minutes!!!

We had to stop for some picture perfect moments on our way to the next museum.  Tatti also had to do some cartwheels on the lawn!!!! Cartwheels are her thing now that she has been in tumbling.

Tatti enjoyed the all the animals in the Natural History Museum.  There were a lot of interesting facts about them throughout the museum. There were also  many animals we hadn't heard of before- and some SUPER cute ones!!! (I didn't notice how bad the glass needed cleaned until I looked at the pictures)

Some of our favorite animals!!

She loved the hands on displays- like comparing her hand to a koala's hand.  She was excited to see a kinkajou- just like the one she got at the Rainforest show the day before. She just needed to compare them.  The cave reminded her of "The Croods".  

Tatti really enjoyed the rock and mineral part of the museum. She even broke out her Ipod and started taking pictures- of EVERYTHING!

The bug and insect display had  some interesting touches.  We just learned all about bugs at school, so Tatti spent some time in there discovering more bug facts.  There was a really neat display of many different chrysallis'.  I found it kind of odd that it was sponsored by Orkin. Really, a display with live bugs???

We went to the American History Museum next.  The first thing we did was ate in the cafeteria- can you say overpriced?  On the way to lunch Tatti saw the simulators and needed to ride one. It was only $7 a ride! (Really?).  After she chose the one she wanted  and got off, here's what she had to say- LAME!  It only cost $14 for a  LAME ride!  

After lunch, we got to see the Dollhouse- which was high on Tatti's list. Then, we went to the gift shop.  They had a Wizard of Oz pinball machine. It was soooo cool!  A little boy was playing it and Tatti got in line behind him and he gave her a quarter-   how sweet!    BTW- if anyone has $8000 they want to get rid of: you can own this!

Next up were the dresses! Tatti was thrilled- she had been reading all about these and couldn't wait to see them! We had to pick which ones were our favorite.  She took tons of pictures on her Ipod in this part too!  Pappy  bought her the paper dolls. Fun!!

 The last thing we saw (because we couldn't find it and had to ask)was our beloved Dorothy's shoes!!!! The highlight for me because it's my  favorite movie EVER!!!!!  

We headed back to Air and Space to wait for our bus. Tatti was ready to go home, so she started to get silly!

It was a great day!!!  The weather was great! (There were 2   rainstorms, but we missed them both because we were in the museum).  Have you ever been to the Smithsonian?

Field Day

Our school has field day.  We have been doing it for as long as I can remember. I had field day when I was in school and it's still run by the same gym teacher. The kiddos from each grade level compete against each other in athletic competitions to win ribbons. Most of them have a blast. They like to be able to hang out with their friends and laugh and joke around.

Some of them are just in it for the juice break and the freezy pops!!    It's nice that they get to be outside and have fun for the day. They work so hard all year, they deserve a little break...

Our super wonderful PTO  provides the staff and students with the matching T-shirts - for free!!! We had really nice weather and a great day this year.

What's on my Nightstand Linky.

First of all, let’s talk about my actual nightstand itself.  My grandfather bought these at an auction.  I loved to got to flea markets and auctions with my grandparents since I was a little girl. He got these before I was born and my Gram told me how much he loved them, so I had to have them.  The tops are a really pretty marble.  I love them!  They have  1 large drawer in them. I store books, journals and notebooks in mine. I also have some lotion, socks and gloves in there too!

Let's take a closer look at the top of my nightstand... I love all things vintage and shabby chic so, you'll find lots of flowers, doilies and pink in my house.  My nightstand is no different!

I have several lotions and lip treatments.  I love the smell of this  lemon zest lotion from Bath and Body Works. (sadly, they don't make it anymore!)  I just started reading Divergent and so far I love it! I didn't start the other book yet, but have it handy for when I find the time.

I also have this adorable painted chest on my nightstand. I keep holiday specific jewelry in it. I have 2 other books that just look pretty on it. That cute little cake is a lip gloss. It's just too cute!    In the frame I have one of my favorite pictures. It's of me and my Pap from National Honor Society in High School.  He didn't like to get his picture taken  so, I  don't have too many of us together.   That's why this one is so special.  I miss my Pap everyday! He's was my very favorite person in the world!!

                  

So, there you have it- a look at my nightstand.  What's on yours?

Girl Scout Day at Knobels

We had a lot of fun on Girl Scout day at Knobels.  It's our favorite amusement park and we go several times a year.   It's free to park, there is no admission (you can either purchase tickets or an all day ride pass). There's plenty of shade and lots of seating.  And... the food is awesome!  Today was scout day. So, all scouts got a discounted price. The weather was a little cool, but nice.  Tatti had a blast with her friends!

              Waiting to ride the flyers.

 The Ice Pole (which is made of ice) outside of  the Christmas store.

 Driving the antique cars. Compromise= one steers and one controls the gas!

 There are so many special touches throughout the park.  A lion water fountain!  Barrels that are shoe shiners, a gingerbread playground for the kiddos. There is an entire little kids section and it's great. There are so many classic rides. They've been there since Mommy was a kid!

Here is Tatti coming down the rocket slide!

Ball pit? Yes, please!!!

 A pickle on a stick has become Tatti's favorite treat!

  We also always get a blow up toy on the way out. They have a lot to choose from and they are all under $5. It's a great little souvenir.

One last ride and then it was time to go. The park was supposed to close at 6, but they stayed open a little later.   Until next time Knobels.  We LOVE you!!  

 

Getting our Prom Queen cousin ready to pass on the crown!

Our cousin Ashley came to our house to get her makeup done for the prom. She was the Queen last year and had to crown her successor.  So, while Mommy worked her makeup magic- Tatti and Ashley did Mad Libs.

 As  you can see, she doesn't need much help in the makeup department- because she's already gorgeous!!!!

                 

Here is a pic from the prom!!!