Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Even though our day at Six Flags was rained out on Saturday, we were still able to visit for a few hours on Sunday before we had to drive home to Houston. The weather was absolutely perfect and Finley had so much fun riding all sorts of different rides. She was so brave and even rode a couple of rides by herself, but she wanted to ride with Auntie Hodder the most. We got season passes to Six Flags, so it looks like Finley will have more fun at Fiesta Texas and Six Flags Over Texas in Dallas.  I don't think she realized who any of the characters were, it wasn't like meeting Mickey Mouse at Disney World.

Natural Bridge Caverns

Our original plan was to visit Six Flags Fiesta Texas, but the rain and the cold put a halt to that.  Luckily, the Natural Bridge Caverns is always 70 degrees inside.  There are the occasional drips of water, but no rain like in the outdoors.  The caverns were breathtaking, I was really impressed by what we saw.  It was hard to take a good photo inside because of the lighting conditions.  If you are heading to San Antonio for a quick vacation, I highly recommend adding the Natural Bridge Caverns to your itinerary.  It took an hour or two to explore the caverns and Finley really enjoyed herself.  We headed for a pizza lunch afterwards per her request and she napped through the magic show at the hotel.  I think all the climbing in the caverns wore her out.

Animal Show

We headed up to San Antonio this weekend for a visit with Auntie Hodder and to go to Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Sadly, the weather had different plans for us. It was rainy and cold on Saturday, so we checked out an animal show at our hotel, the Westin La Cantera. The hotel had all sorts of children friendly activities planned so Finley had fun despite the weather. Her favorite animal was the hedgehog and I have to agree, it was adorable!  There were more activities that we didn't get to take advantage of, the tennis courts were full of bounce houses and there were kid movies played each night out on the lawn.  Hopefully we can visit again soon and have weather that is nicer.

Rodeo Festival

Finley had a Rodeo Festival today at school.  Miss Courtney made her adorable Texas outfit and Finley wore the cowboy hat from Max's birthday party.  The festival was supposed to be outside, but cool weather and the threat of rain moved things indoors. There were wagon rides, a petting zoo, stickers, tattoos, stick horses and all sorts of rodeo themed fun. Finley had so much fun playing with all her friends and participating in the activities.  Such a cute cowgirl!

Here, Fishy, Fishy, Fishy!

 On Thursday, Grammy, Granddad and Finley explored the Houston Aquarium.  Finley was fascinated by the stingrays from her bubbly view and enchanted by the regal White Tigers.  She was sure to take Nemo, who was equally thrilled to swim with his friends, albeit on the wrong side of the glass.  Lunch and fun rides rounded out this delightful day.

We're Home!

Clifton and I have been in Singapore and Bali for the past two weeks. We arrived home on Sunday and were SO happy to see Finley. We were able to Skype with her almost every day we were gone. She had Grammy and Grandad spoiling her here in Houston, so I don't think she missed us terribly much. While we were gone she helped them pick out their new house here in town. It even has a diving board, which Finley is most excited about.  Finley is very excited to show off her swimming skills.

Twins?

Fun and Frolic

 Grammy and Granddad have been here in Houston for 2 weeks.  Even though the weather has been dreary, the days have been bright with fun and frolic!
 Between house hunting and school, we have been able to squeeze in some little adventures.

Party Animal!

Balancing Act with Granddad's help.

Jump!

What color is your parachute?

Party Animals Portrait

Circle time

 Kate's party was held at the "Little Gym."  What a great way to end the weekend.  It was a running, jumping, skipping great time.  The smiles were wide and genuine.  Happy Birthday, Kate!

More circle time!

Having a ball!

Birthday Girl, Kate

Pooped out Partier

Friday at OK Corral

The Rodeo is in Houston this week, and the celebrations have begun!  Finley dressed for the occasion in her pink cowgirl boots and her cowgirl dress.  When she arrived at school, Grammy was astonished to discover ponies in the yard.  Finley just took it all in stride.  After an exciting western day at school, we enjoyed a not-so-western pizza and gelato dinner at Luigis.  So for all you cowhands out there, I highly recommend the scrumptious pizza at Luigis.   It's been a mostly dreary week here in Houston, but as we munched on our pizza, we were regaled by a sunset which painted the Houston skyline in a vibrant pink.  Unfortunately, the i-phone photo did not do it justice.  Yee-ha, what a way to end the week!