The Carlson Family: Fun Family Moments

The kids and I are just finishing up our week long mid-winter vacation. It was a wonderful and relaxing week filled with both quiet moments and crazy chaos. All of which included FUN! Aron took Friday off to join us for a trip to Grand Rapids. Our original plan was to hit a couple museums and maybe the ice skating rink prior to checking into our hotel for an evening of swimming. However due to another Michigan snow storm, our time of departure was delayed. We still managed to make it to the Grand Rapids Public Museum which was #1 on Russell's priority list. He had already checked out their website and knew exactly what he wanted to see. Being a history buff, he was most interested in the Civil War exhibit and the Titanic exhibit. Sloane's priority was the antique doll room and the carousel. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Afterward, we headed to a Japanese steak house for a delicious dinner. Russell and Sloane were completely entertained by the chef cooking our meal right before our eyes! The flaming volcano was a hit! We ended Friday evening at our hotel with swimming and movies. We awoke Saturday, had a filling breakfast, and headed to my grandparents where we spent the day with the entire family having winter fun! The snow was perfect all day long making us feel as though we lived inside a snow globe. The kids used all their energy sledding and throwing snowballs, but were sure to refuel on hot cocoa, chocolate cake, and ice cream in celebration of my grandma's birthday. Now, I must say... I am ready for spring!!! The snow can melt, the sun can shine, and the flowers can bloom!