Thanksgiving in Minnesota

Wednesday, November 26: We had an evening flight to Minneapolis. We were supposed to leave around 6:45, but didn't end up leaving until 10:45!  There were mechanical issues with the first plane they were trying to repair, after an hour they decided we better get a new plane. So we had to wait for that, and moved over one gate. However, once it got closer to boarding time, they said our flight crew left and we needed to wait for a new one... they would be landing about 9:30 at a different terminal. Oh my word, meanwhile we have a restless toddler whose normal bed time is 7:30. I thought for sure he would sleep on the plane, but by then he was so tired, he wouldn't sleep. I think he fell asleep for about 20 minutes before the plane started to descend. : (  Jen and MK picked us up about 1:00am. By the time we got back to their house and settled it was at least 2:00am before we got to sleep.

Thursday, November 27: Happy Thanksgiving!
We had a few hours of sleep and up by 7:00am. Grandma & Grandpa Janssen, Debbie, Bradley and Garry were also at the Swanson's for the Holiday.  We had lunch, took some naps while others watched football, played some games, and boys went to Target for "Black Friday " deals. While we were there, Andrew stayed in Allie's room. They had already bought her a toddler bed although she was not using it yet. They were best buds the whole week.

Friday, November 28: We drove to Crystal for day 1 of Kuklenz Christmas. Spent the whole day there enjoying food, gifts and games.

Saturday, November 29: We drove to Crystal for day 2 of Kuklenz Christmas. It was more food, fellowship and games!! So good to see everyone!

Sunday, November 30: We spent the rest of our vacation with the Swanson Family. Since MK had to go back to school on Monday, we ventured to the MOA for rides!  A first for Andrew!!! We went on almost every little kid ride. We finished with the log ride (MK's idea).  Andrew was tall enough to ride.  MK, Josh, Andrew and I rode, although I hesitated because that was going to be a lot of weight for the boat and I new we (or atleast whoever was in the front) was going to get wet. MK and Josh in the front, Andrew and I in the back. Sure enough, MK got soaked. We had to take her to the bathroom to dry her clothes as we were fixing to leave and it was only 7 degrees that day. Poor thing froze! Came home for lunch and naps. Just played and rested for the afternoon and evening

 Monday, December 1: I bundled up and took MK to the bus stop. BRRRRRRR
Josh and I met MK for lunch at school and spent the rest of the day at home. That evening, the Swanson's watched Andrew while Josh and I went out with my friend Sarah and her boyfriend, Eric, We went to Old Chicago - delicious pizza!

Tuesday, December 2: We met with travel agent to start planning our Disney Cruise with the Swanson Family. We decided on 5 day trip on the Disney Dream starting February 1, 2016. Then we headed to Pizza Ranch for lunch and back home for naps. That evening Josh watched Andrew and Allie while Jen and I took MK to her Christmas play rehearsal at Church. Ended the evening with Starbucks hot chocolate. Yummm

Wednesday, December 3: Our last day of vacation. Not much happened today, just hung around the house and packed up our things. Went to the airport that afternoon after an early nap and got home around 6:00pm. Luckily no flight delays this time.  Thanks to our Minnesota families for hosting us. We had a wonderful time!!!