Volleyball

Volleyball has started for Lucy! She had her first two games this weekend and we truly enjoyed watching her play. The team did manage to win 1 set, but loss both their games - some sets closer than others. It was just nice to watch her play and we are looking forward to more games! Lucy has the best attitude while playing and really encourages her teammates. We are looking forward to seeing her grow in her skills. 

Heidi, thankfully, was more than happy to be line judge for the games. She said it was hard not to try to coach Lucy during the game. 

Heidi also had her first high school football game for the season. She is really enjoying being a Senior! They had a Senior breakfast and orientation day last week, but she officially starts on Wednesday.

Lucy has a BIG week ahead. She has the Benson Boone concert on Tuesday and then she starts 7th grade on Thursday! The end of summer is here and I'm ready for the fall!

Happy Birthday Lucy!

 

In the whirlwind we had from going from Disney to back to regular life, we had a Lucy birthday! Lucy is officially 13! Her birthday festivities started in Disney, then unfortunately on her birthday, she was sick, but it meant she got to celebrate for two weekends instead of one! Her celebration was filled with lots of movies, snacks, shopping and even some painting! 

Heidi had a double date and they successfully beat the escape room. Heidi said it was all Noah, but still!

Lucy and I went pottery painting which was really fun. Also, Lucy wanted to get her hair chopped for her birthday. I didn't take any specific short hair pictures, but she cut off a lot and we all love it!

Heidi also had her "field" senior photoshoot. It was fun! The photographer was great; Heidi wasn't as comfortable as with Aunt Christina of course, but I'm excited to see the pictures. 

This week volleyball games begin, Heidi has her first day of Seniors Only school on Friday, the first football game is this week, and we wrap up the last of summer. 

Disney Part 2

After the 11+ mile day on Monday - we needed a recovery slow day. We actually slept in (a little), had a wonderful breakfast, and recovered in the pool. It was great. We then headed to Disney Springs for shopping and great food! We were all very happy we did not head to another park on this day after having such a long - but fun - day at EPCOT. 

This sushi was amazing!

This was us in the morning - we were tired...

Animal Kingdom day! After the much needed rest, on Wednesday we were off to Animal Kingdom. The girls were excited as they haven't been there in a long time. 

We nailed navigating Animal Kingdom - plus it reached 116 degrees that day. It was crazy crazy hot. We went against the crowds and rode the Yeti rollercoaster 5 times. Yes 5 times. All walk-ons. Then we rode Dinosaur a couple of times before going to the other areas of the park.

I love this picture - cracks me up. 

Kevin!

The pictures are a little out of order since I sourced them from everyone, but we didn't expect to stay at AK all day, but did last until about 4pm. We then got cleaned up and headed to an absolutely amazing dinner at the hotel. Bourbon Steakhouse was 10 out of 10!

We jokingly and then did it - had to pet the goats. Heidi was so excited to pet the goats and animals. Lucy was out as soon as they pooped. 

We were actually willing to go on the water ride because of the heat! We were soaked and then dry in no time!

This was a special lounge at Animal Kingdom. 

Lucy loves her cheesburger pods! 

Last Day! We went to Hollywood Studios, which is another favorite of ours. 

This is out of order - but Chris managed to get his popcorn bucket, filled with popcorn onto the plane for the ride home and was very happy.

Great food!

We made sure to take lots of breaks in AC.

Taking a break in Olga's bar in the Star Wars area of Hollywood Studios.

Lucy's first upside down coaster - she didn't love it, but she didn't hate it!

And just like that, another trip in the books for us! It was hot, but it did mean the crowds were lower and we got to do everything we wanted. We survived by taking lots of breaks, the UV umbrellas helped, and the cooling towels. Until next time!