Sesame Street Breakfast

We treated the kids to a special breakfast with the Sesame Street characters. They haven't watched Sesame Street in awhile, but they still know who these guys are and were very excited to spend some of their morning with them.

 

Dancing with Elmo

 CONGA LINE!

JAMAICA- BEACHES NEGRIL

It's hard to fall asleep when you know you have to be up before the sun rises. Our alarm was set to go off at 3:15AM Saturday morning, but I was so worried about sleeping through it that I was up and getting last minute things ready at 3AM. I knew Lex & Isabel would be more than happy to wake up knowing where they were going. Still got some yawns, though.

Everyone (us, the Hochs, and Cassie) made it to the airport on time and we got to Jamaica (after a stop in Texas) just after lunch as scheduled.  The 90 minute van ride to the resort took forever it seemed like, but it didn't help that Isabel really needed a restroom half way through the trip. Go figure!

After a warm welcome from the concierge desk, we were ready for some drinks, sun, & sand!

Sunday Bunny Brunch

We got together for brunch & an egg hunt. Shane & I have been incorporating a "paleo" nutritional lifestyle and so made some special items to bring with us. I made almond flour pancakes, musceli scones (almond flour, various nuts, dried cranberries & apricots), cocoa & coconut treats (basically unsweetened cocoa powder, honey, various nuts, and unsweetened coconut flakes), and chocolate almond milk for the kids. It's a little time consuming, but oh so worth it. We topped our paleo pancakes with almond butter and it was just delicious. The kids have been learning to enjoy more & more veggies. It's especially nice to hear Isabel ask for more asparagus at dinner time and Lex is loving the mashed cauliflower, too. They're pretty kind at providing the cook compliments even though I know sometimes the recipe didn't turn out that flavorful!

Anyway, here are some pics of the family together. Amy planned all the games for the kids and provided some prizes.

The Bunny

Pre-Festivity visit to see the famous bunny.

Easter Day included a personal note left by the Bunny himself (or herself)!

Lex & Isabel both had fun spending a few minutes trying to find their bags.

Grandma V returned from her trip to Germany the night before Easter and gave the kids these special chocolate eggs. Each one has a toy inside that you can assemble. The chocolate is delicious!

St. George Dance Competition

Grandpa and Nana drove up from Vegas to watch Isabel perform at her dance competition in St. George this year.  The event was actually running 15 minutes ahead of schedule & they both got there just a minute or two before her dance. She was so happy they were there to support her. Afterwards, we watched a few more dances and then did a bit of beach-wear shopping and then to lunch.

After the awards ceremony, Shane and the kids had a little dip in the pool at the hotel.