Adventures In Dollywood

Good Morning!! We have time for a quick breakfast at the all you can eat buffet before catching the shuttle to the park.

Enjoying the view of the pool.

Or 

Waiting for everyone to finish getting ready.

We made it!!

We are even early the gates haven't opened yet.

Photo Op

Denied!! They were headed to the rides.

Taking a quick break

We even found a few rides

Between trying all the treats

Brownie Dots

Amazing!!

More snacks or a place to sit.

Nope!! look at the roller coaster in the background.

Dave & Ryder were all over it and survived.

Bird show

Great show with such a variety of birds.

BUSTED!!

Our favorite treat Dollywood Cinnamon Bread.

I think this one lasted about 10 minutes.

Dave couldn't be left out and snuck a bite before we could stop him.

Train Ride

Loved hearing the train whistle it really echoed throughout the valley.

Fun show

"The Little Train That Could"

One last ride?

Dinner!!!

Loaded baked potato for dinner

Plus a quick stop for more Cinnamon Bread before 

catching the shuttle back to the resort.

It was a fun day at the park between rides, food, and a few shows. It's going to be an early morning driving back to the airport and head home.

 

Dollywood Dreammore Resort

A drive from the airport across Tennesee countryside towards Pigeon Forge was amazing. The green in almost every shade was so relaxing. We decided for a quick trip we should stay close the Dreammore Resort was our pick. From the moment you walk through the front doors southern hospitality is everywhere.

Check out the view from our room.

Very clever setup

King size bed and bunkbeds

The view from the other side of the grounds.

I couldn't sleep so I headed out to explore.

The Butterfly Garden

Make your own S'mores

Fun for the whole family

Ooey, Gooey and Yummy!!

Not sure whether they like this or not.

Cornhole!!

Another fun activity for everyone.

It's COLD!!

Another area to relax.

Back to the room 

Time to get ready for food.

So relaxing despite the humidity. Yes, I am trying not to notice right now and enjoy all the activities around the resort. Important reminder that we all need to get some good sleep tonight. Rylee quickly reminded us that we snore really loudly and sleep will be optional. Nasal strips might be the key to everyone getting some sleep.

Last Summer Trip

We found time for one more family trip before school starts.  We are off to Dollywood!!

Early morning flights

Means even earlier drive to Las Vegas.

Hurry up and wait

The usual standby motto.

We made it to Knoxville, TN

Lunch is a must

This was delicious but no fry sauce.

Still found room for dessert.

An old fashioned ice cream soda.

The menu was amazing

such a variety of yummy ice cream treats.

Our stomachs are full, Google maps are set for Dollywood. Let's hope we all stay awake until then.

Her First Day

Reganne is ready to get the show on the road or rather get school started. Today is the day!!

She looks ready.

Keys, phone, and backpack.

Love this girl!!

Wait..What?

Is that a real cat? Are you really at school?

Yes, Yes, and Yes!!

They actually have animals that live at the school wandering around.

That is definitely called hands on.

 

Sunning a few lizards.

She looks like she is heaven.

It is so fun to see her find her happy place. We are excited to watch her journey.

Let's Enjoy the Weekend.

It's a hot Saturday afternoon and time to get out of the heat.

First stop checking

out Ruston's latest project or ride.

Ryder found his ride for lunch.

Wait who is that sitting next to him?

Family enjoying lunch at Texas Roadhouse.

Wait a minute!

That same person is now sitting next to me.

It's Reganne!!

Somebody sent her the pictures. She drew herself in and made a few artistic adjustments. It was a fun afternoon and everyone was full. Nothing better than hanging out with family.

Hot July = Stories

It's the hotest time of year here in St. George. There are still stories to be told. All you have to do is look at my camera roll. Here goes with a few stories. Oops!! Pictures!!

What the heck!!

Is Piper turning into a Dalmation? Nope!!

Where did she find the grease and why is it only on her face.

We do have a few grease monkey's running around our house. 

Why not a grease doggy?

Dave & Ryder need to figure the grease issue out before it gets worse.

Rylee & Ruston's front yard

They have worked so hard

This plant is thriving

despite the hot July temps.

Ever wondered about 

those warning labels on different products.

This one blew me away with the details

and languages.

Dad & Grandpa Henderson

Plus that wonderful deer head that scared the crap out of me as a kid.

Dave found this newspaper clipping.

I haven't seen it in years. Both the clipping and the deer head.

Dave's new backyard project.

He has an idea and BAM!! It comes together.

We are still arguing about fully covering the path between.

Bet you can't guess who will win.

Sunday Dinner

and no it's not Thanksgiving.

There are a couple of them in my freezer 

that are begging to be cooked.

Way too big for 3 people!!

Summer vacation is coming to an end with school starting in a couple of weeks. This will be the first year without a child in school in WCSD. Instead 2 kids headed towards higher education. Stop me before the tears start falling.

Is This All We Do

Let me give you a hint... 17 year old boys are always thinking of this. Get your minds out of the gutter. FOOD!!! Our resident 17 year old boy is always asking about food. From the moment his eyes open in the morning until his eyes close at 9:00. I noticed a trend in my pictures over the past couple month. See if you can spot it as well.

Lunch at Freddy's

Of course I am buying.

Beehive Raspberry Rolls

Soooo good!

Busted!!

He ate the whole cookie "Benson Boone" from Crumble.

Quick lunch

A new idea for meal prep.

Very bland was his verdict. 

A helpful hint add chicken bullion to the water.

WAIT!!!

It's a HOT.

He starts hovering, snatches his food, and blesses it in 30 seconds flat.

Dinner!!

I'm exhausted finding new things to eat.

I cross my fingers that this one will be a success.

I always wondered if he would hit this phase of always being hungry. Well, it is here and I am totally exhausted trying to keep him fed and happy. I am always open to ideas.