Mowing

Today was a crappy day. Josh and I were still on Vegas time and only slept three hours a piece. It was awful!!!!!!!

Then today I had a crappy day. By crappy, I mean real crappy. Ugh! Don't even want to talk about.

The one thing I was thankful for was mowing. It was my think time today. It was sunny, hot, and I was sweating. It was awesome! My happy time today.

Ugh for crappy days!

Family Visit

Today I was thankful for being home. Now I love vacation and had a great time, don't get me wrong, but it was nice to be home.

We went out to Tara and Craig's to have a visit with my mom and Larry then my dad came for lunch. Tara and Craig were nice enough to grill out for us.

I was also happy to see my niece Paige. She was so cute climbing all over and showing off her toys. She showed us how she can climb the stairs and walk behind and push her toys.

Today I was thankful for a family visit.

Traveling Home

Today I realized how much transportation has evolved.

Today we traveled all day. As I hopped into our rental car, then to an elevator, then the airport tram to security, then the walking people mover, then flew 3 1/2 hours on an air plane, back to the people walker, to the escalator, to the bus to our van, then to car the realization of how the world as revolved hit me. We traveled 1900 miles in less than a day!!! Crazy.

This evaluation was made more aware to me today while reading the book Redeeming Love. It's a book set in the 1850's where this family only means of transportation was a horse and covered wagon. A trip to town took them all day and here I was flying across the US in 3 1/2 hours!! It made me thankful for all our modern travel conveniences.

Day 6 - Last Day!

Sadly, today was our last full day in Vegas! Sadly.

We got a little extra sleep this morning since we stayed up until 1am Vegas time (4am) our time gambling and checking out casinos. Today being Friday, it was nuts. Nuts everywhere we went. People were coming into our hotel and others to check in and tonight it seemed liked a million people were downstairs gambling. We actually had to wait to play a few of our favorite machines. Of course, I people watched. Wow! Who takes a baby to Vegas and heads out of the hotel at 11pm Vegas time? Scary!

Our last day, we actually checked out a hotel that Larry and Patty had not been too. The Cosmopolitan. Voted best casino 2011! It was very nice. New and didn't spell like smoke. Nice place.

We ended our evening watching the Tigers on our own TV in our booth at a sports bar/pub. Josh and I even won some money!!

Tonight I am thankful for one more full day in Vegas. It was nice to relax and check out the casinos and not be so rushed. It was a good day! Walked: 8.6 miles. Up: $5.00. :)

Day 5 - Cirque Du Soleil

Among all the other sites we saw today, Cirque Du Soleil was the highlight. 10.0 on the scale!! This was the one event I really wanted to see during my trip to Vegas and we were fortunate enough to get the tickets. Expensive show because it's one of the best! Totally worth it. You won't see shows like this in Spring Arbor!

The stage changed from solid to water over and over. The acrobatics were phenomenal! There was never a dull moment on the stage. The entire 1 1/2 was non-stop thrills. I think the lady next to me said "ohhh, ahh!" 45 times!

My favorite part was the three swings set apart around the stage where the actors and actresses did stunts, flips, dives, etc into the water. Some were synchronized and others were solos. My favorite part!

Tonight I am thankful for our 'O' experience at the Bellagio!!

Oh and for those of you waiting for pictures of the show, no camera allowed... Boo!

Day 4 in Vegas!

Today we experienced numerous Vegas attractions. The 'WOW' factor hit a 9 today! Below you will see. Note: Not all PG pictures. Sorry, but it's my blog.

We started our day shopping at M&M world. It reminded me of my sophomore year in high school when I was fortunate to take a trip Orlando's Disney! We purchased some souvenirs. :)

Next we hit the Venetian Hotel for the wax museum. Now talk about a jaw dropping scene. The ceilings were beautiful. Inside was a river with tour guided gondola's. Even though we were inside, the ceiling gave the appearance that we were outdoors. Absolutely beautiful!

We visited with the stars as well. They were all so willing to take pictures with us.

The evening was filled with slots on downtown Freeman Street. The Mermaid casino was 'old school'! You got to put actual pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters into the machines. You winnings cashed out with the clanking sound of coins hitting the metal tray! Our fingers were covered with the real dirt and grime unlike the updated slot machines where your ticket is dispensed below. The Mermaid was totally retro and a little exciting. Josh even enjoyed it too as he won 32 dollars in nickels! Patty had her system down. She had her quarters in one bucket and her silver dollars in the other! She won 60 bucks!

Today I was very thankful to be in Vegas! Good times! Total mileage: 9.41 miles. Gambling: down 56 bucks!

Vegas Day 3! 104 degrees

Today was a hot, hot day in Nevada!

We started our morning out with a trip to the Hoover Dam! The $11 tour was worth the money to see what the men went through to build such a monument all for $4.00 an hour! They put their lives in danger each day to build one of the United States' biggest water energy source. Amazing.

Mom and I spent some time at the pool this afternoon! Then I returned after lunch to read my book and relax.

Tonight we went to see Criss Angel's 'magic shows'. It was really quite the experience to see. Very impressive.

Tonight, I am thankful for our third night in Vegas.