A few weeks ago, my husband had a convention in Orlando. So we packed the kiddos up and headed over for 4 days! We first went by the convention so he could sign in and OF COURSE snuck into their pool. ha! It was AWESOME!!! With a lazy river, splash area, and large slide {unfortunately, I forgot my camera in the car}...we had a great time! We then headed over to the Condo that we rented (we've obviously outgrown a single hotel room) and spent the following 3 days enjoying the pool. My parents came up for the day and were such tremendous help while I was still battling morning sickness. It was a great trip which included bubble baths, pool time, movies, and even a dinner at a nice restaurant (very rare that we take all the kids out to dinner)!
Bubble bath time!
So cute!
Nam's first time walking through the splash area! He loved it!
The boys :)
Scuba boy
My husband and 3 of our children!
Passed out cold on my shoulder.
Adorable!
There was a major thunderstorm so we built a fort.
Having fun underneath!
My husband and mom playing arcade!
Out to dinner and look what Minh found!
She had a fever the 2nd night :/
First time at the movies!!! We saw Winnie the Pooh :)
Last weekend the kids enjoyed some Wendy's Frosty shakes. Thao is very sensitive to anything cold, so after watching him gulp down his Frosty and periodically "shake," I grabbed the camera to record! Watch, laugh, and enjoy! I am considering sending it in to AFV...I think we have a winner! haha
Minh turned 8 years old on July 4th *tears* and my parents found another amazing gift via Groupon! They purchased a 30 minute Helicopter Ride. Seriously, you just cannot top my parents super creative, yet super frugal gifts! It was obviously a surprise, and my mother reserved an outside table for our family, my parents, my brother and grandmother at a restaurant called, The Hanger. And let me just say, this place was a dream come to true for four little children. Why? Because it overlooked the entire airport and since it was a beautiful holiday morning, small planes were taking taking off every 3-5 minutes! The kids were in AWE watching the planes and all of us were able to savor a wonderful breakfast and enjoy good conversation. It really was an amazing experience!
Minh opened a few presents from family (he received an Ipod Shuffle to run with!!!), and we made our way downstairs to "leave." We then wandered out to the super cool zebra striped helicopter...and what do you know, the pilot just happened to be standing there. hee hee My mom asked if we could take a few pictures of the helecopter and then she handed Minh a birthday card which surprised him with a helicopter ride! He was veeeery nervous. She then created a little grab bag with all of our names in it, and he selected who would be riding with him. And of course, MY name was pulled! It was totally rigged. ha
We had a wonderful time and after about 5 minutes, Minh loosened up and started looking around. Our Pilot was great and kept explaining the area as we flew over the Coast and local islands. And I must say, I was VERY proud of myself for not getting sick on the flight considering my morning sickness was raging at this point. Check out the photos and video below!
The view of the landing strip from our table!
Opening gifts.
Learning about his new ipod shuffle he is allowed to use while running with dad!
SOOOO cute!
Who needs a fork when they are this good!?
More planes!
Taking a look at the helicopter!
Minh and our Pilot!
Opening the card that explained his gift.
Getting ready to lift off! And the building in the background is where we ate breakfast!
A littler nervous!
Wow, wow, wow!!!
He wouldn't let go. Very rarely do I get the chance to hold his hand anymore...it was such a sweet moment and an amazing experience!
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The kids enjoying their FREE Chick-fil-A Meal for Cow Appreciation Day! If you're not familiar... you dress up like a cow, you get a free meal! And can I tell you what a feat this was to get everyone dressed up, transported, seated {on my own...dad was at work} while trying desperately NOT to get sick from morning sickness. We survived and the children kindly waited until after we sat down to strip off their ears and spots.
Minh created his own costume and was very VERY proud of himself!
It's amazing how many May, June, and July babies there are! We've had such a great time attending our little friends parties and helping them celebrate their special days. Here are some photos from a bounce party, water park party, and gymnastics party. We are so blessed to have such great friends!!!
Thao up to bat!
Playing Vet.
Happy birthday!!!
Cake face CHEESE!
Water park party pirate!
Mommy with 3 out of 4!
Happy birthday!
Collecting our pirate booty on our way out!
Streeeeetching before party #3!!! (and yes, mine are in the yellow)
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