Jason had a work conference in Chicago so we decided to make a trip of it and all go for a few days. We went back and forth as to whether or not it would really be worth it with all the kids and cold weather, but I am so glad we went. We had a great time, the Residence Inn was fantastic (they upgraded our room to a 2 bedroom since our real room wasn't ready when we got there and with 4 kids in a 1 room hotel . . .not fun come bed time). The weather was actually not too bad and we had tons to do and see!!
The kids were great about walking so much and getting out. The only one that gave us any sort of trouble was the darling little 2 year old that is seriously giving me a run for it! That girl is determined!!
Just some highlights of the trip.
-the American Girl Doll store. Ellie was in HEAVEN!!! Those bitty babies were right up her alley. She couldn't get enough of it. I think Santa was taking notes and possibly will be bringing something special from that store.
-Portillos. Awesome hot dogs, fries and shakes. It was a recommendation, and how wise it was. The dogs had everything on them and they were delicious.
-Giordano's Pizzeria. At least that's the name I remember. I could be way off. Worth the long walk in the freezing cold.
-playing in the hotel. Just seeing my kids love being in a hotel makes it so fun. They seriously love going to hotels. I do too.
-Cheesecake each night for dessert in the hotel. Jason made quick runs after the kids were in bed and we stayed up and devoured our goods.
-A carriage ride through the city. The kids wanted to do it so bad, but totally not worth the money. We went on a tour of the same street we had walked 5 times already. But the kids all loved it. And we sang Christmas songs for most of the ride. It made for a great memory.
-Chicago popcorn. Cheese and caramel mixed. We were told that is the most famous, and rightfully so. Yum.
-Winter Wonderland Fest at the Navy Pier. It was totally decked out inside with TONS of rides and activities for the kids. It really was a winder wonderland, snowflakes in the air and all.
The drive home went fast and the kids were all wonderful. I barely ever knew Carson was around. He is one heck of a good baby boy!!!
7 comments:
You are making me want to plan a trip next weekend!
looks like a blast! i love the smiles carson gives...what a serious cutie! are those uggs on his little feet?! welles has that pink oshkosh top ellie is wearing. cute. glad you guys had fun. it makes me want to go. so are you coming this weekend?!!
Makes me miss Chicago :-( We lived in the highrise building (the Chicagoian)right next to that Giordano's restaurant you went to and across the street from the American Girl store. Giordano's was bad for my butt, but oh so good for my belly...we'd go there at least once a week!
okay, I can't believe you birthed all 4 of those beautiful children! You look so good. And, it looks like you had a fun trip!
Giordano's is my FAVORITE!! I wish I could have seen Ellie in American girl--how fun!!
What cute outfits your kiddos have on in the last picture!
good for you for making a great memory...cold for sure, but so worth it.
I LOVE Giordano's pizza...the thicker and cheesier, the better!
your kids are too good to be true. That picture of Jason and Carson is adorable!! I LOVE chicago. I only went there once but Dan grew up there (before SLC) so he knew all the right places to go. It sounds like you got some pretty good advice.
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