Family getaway

The Christmas season was as hectic as usual (Curtis with extra services, tons of company and just general Christmas craziness) and it left us longing for some time together as a family and just away from every day life.  We found a terrific deal on a condo in Banff and decided last Sunday to run away on Monday for a few days!  We returned this afternoon feeling rested (at least in our spirits if not our bodies) and put back together again.  Here's what we did:

The holiday started with lunch at Tim Hortons (a treat for those of us who live in the ditch).  Kara enjoyed a double chocolate donut and some hot chocolate.

The kids had fun playing in the tub together.

We learned how to paint using a paintbrush.

We played outside.

Kara and I went on an adventure into the town of Banff.  We got to ride the bus!

We went to Cows and ate yummy ice cream and bought horrendously overpriced t-shirts.

(Lightning MooQueen & Buzz Lightsteer)

We played for hours in the huge playzone at the condo resort.

When it got too dark or too cold to be outside, we stayed inside and hung out in our jammies.

Jonas slept well from all the excitement.

And when the kids went to sleep we sat for hours staring at the fire enjoying the quiet!

If you haven't had a family getaway for awhile, we highly recommend it!