The Magnificent Mile...

Because of crowds and weather issues, we did not stay terribly long at the Magnificent Mile. I can not believe how many people were in the American Girl store on a Thursday after lunch! I don't even want to think about what it is like at Christmas. I caved and got Ainsley a bitty baby. I knew that I would, but now I have gift ideas when the relatives ask...bitty baby accessories. Aidan and the boys headed over to the Lego store while the girls went to the AG store. Aidan had a great time, but kept telling Dad, I have already seen that in the catalogue! Aidan was able to get and Indiana Jones lego set and has been playing with it daily since. He enjoyed taking a picture with a favorite movie star (made entirely of Lego) and Ainsley liked the little ride the store had. Overall, I think everyone had fun. Heading over to Woodfield Mall was another matter entirely. It took us nearly 3 hours to get there due to 10 mph traffic, rain and wrong turns. Needless to say we were grateful that the hotel we booked was so nice and comfortable. Shopping was fun and successful the next day and my friend and I got to spend some nice girl time away from the kids, but I did miss them terribly. The morning just felt off with no little people around. Anyway, my friends have headed home this morning and I am in the works of getting us ready to head to Texas. Pulled out the suitcase, scheduled Dot for boarding, refill pet meds, laundry, laundry, laundry. Thursday will be a laundry day as well to wash any last minute items. Don't know how B is going to get packed as he has visitors in town this week which means late night entertaining. Don't the big wigs know that these people have families! Well, that is it for now as I need to get to the kids. It is after noon and they have yet to want to get dressed this morning. Well, I always say we need to have a pajama day from time to time and we definitely won't get that while we are travelling. Later taters!