SPRING BREAK 2014: Big Cedar Lodge, Day Four

We woke up and checked out and headed to SDC. This was a day that the girls were VERY excited about and it did not disappoint.  This is definitely our Disney World.  It was a little chilly at first, but the rain held off for us all day.  Such a blessing to be able to have all our plans work out for the whole week.  I just love me some plans.

Amy and her boys decided to come up for the day and we were thrilled to make our group even bigger and add more fun!

A fabulous day at a place we never tire of.  So thankful that G and Pa got us season passes again!!

SPRING BREAK 2014: Big Cedar Lodge, Day Three

I really needed to get a few spring clothes for the girls, so I suggested going to Kohl's, but it wasn't met with much enthusiasm.  They ONLY wanted to stay at Big Cedar.  And swim at seven in the morning.  Luckily the pool wasn't open and I convinced them to run to Kohl's for a bit.  They were much more excited once they had their coordinating outfits on, ha.

Then, when we returned, The Henderson family was waiting on us!!  So excited to do the second half of our vacation with them.  The girls were tickled, tickled, tickled.  We headed straight for the pool, had lunch, and they all napped.  Awesome afternoon.

We had another wonderful supper at The Buzzard Bar and walked around together after supper and explored.

The day was so magical and as I went to bed, I couldn't believe how fabulous everything was going.  As I had this thought, I immediately was reminded of Ephesians 3:20-21, "Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, ²¹ to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen."  

It was like a voice was saying to me, "WHY?  Why are you in disbelief at how wonderful your trip has been?  You have prayed for this and I have answered."

SPRING BREAK 2014: Big Cedar Lodge, Day Two

 We played lots of board games and did lots of swimming!!  It was such a laid back and relaxed day. 

 After swimming and hot tubbing we came back for naps and Amelia woke up early and we painted our nails matching yellow.  It is the little things!!

Then we shuttled to the gift store so the girls could pick out a little treat and toured the property some more.  Playground, mini golf and paddle boats!

 After our adventures we stopped in the little coffee shop for some sandwiches and dessert for dinner.  So happy- all smiles.

 We went back to the room and had two surprise visitors!  G and Pa came to check out our space and we played some more games!

Awesome day and a full heart!!

SPRING BREAK 2014: Big Cedar Lodge, Day One

I got an amazing deal off Facebook to go to Big Cedar the week of Spring Break, but we started off with Amelia having strep throat.  BOO.  Thankfully we had many prayers and great medicine and a speedy recovery and we only missed one day of our trip.  These two cuties were raring to go on Tuesday morning.

 

They took a little nap on the way and before we knew it, we had arrived!  Once again, I was proud of myself for finding the place and checking us in and unloading a thousand bags.  I'm not sure I ever realize that I rely on Ross for this kind of stuff until I am the one doing it.  We checked out our balcony and fireplace first thing! Oh, and they had fresh cookies waiting on us, yummy.

Then we rode the shuttle down to the pool.  This shuttle stole the show.  I mean, really.  The girls (especially Elise) LOVED not being in a car seat.  They loved waiting on the shuttle and just couldn't wait to ride it all over the property.

Got down to the pool and had a blast.  The water was a little cold for me, but we had so much fun swimming together.  Amelia even went under several times which is monumental for her!  She seemed to really turn a corner on being brave this trip.

We dried off and did some sticker faces and then caught the shuttle to Devil's Pool Restaurant.  YUMMY.  The girls were so excited and so precious.

An older couple came up to us  in the restaurant as they were leaving and commented on how precious the girls were and how sweet they seemed.  He said he and his wife couldn't help but notice how well they minded.  I immediately felt a lump in my throat and turned into a bawl bag.  Such a sweet comment and was just the perfect way to spend our girls day.  We went back for a bath and the girls were cozy drying by the fire.  It was such a magical day that it would have been worth it even if we had to leave the next morning.  All the packing and packing and driving and unloading-- so worth that one day of fun.

Ross came after work and he was just in time to kiss them goodnight!