3,800 Miles Part 2

If you haven't read Part 1, you can read it here.

OK, I had traveled 3,400 miles and visited 4 states on our way from California to Oklahoma. We got home late Tuesday night and planned on heading out to Branson on Sunday. That meant I had four days to get caught up on work, clean my house, grocery shop and get my Sunday School lessons finished for the month. I also had some more Christmas decorations to put up.

All-in-all, I was very busy Wednesday-Saturday.

We decided to go to church on Sunday morning before heading up to Branson. I couldn't miss my preschoolers for the second week in a row! I adore them and love sitting on the carpet, reading them Bible studies. My sweet husband postponed our trip just so I could spend some time with my preschoolers.

I mean, WHO could resist this precious face?!

So, I packed us a lunch and we headed out for a 2 hour and 45 minute drive to Branson, Missouri. We were headed for Silver Dollar City!

My mom went on vacation with my in-laws. That might sound strange to you, but it's pretty normal around here. We all just love each other :) I was looking forward to spending some quality time with my mommy!

We arrived after a very long week for me. I was beyond exhausted, but my husband loves going to amusement parks so he was in his zone! 

Wildfire at Silver Dollar City

I am not a roller coaster person. I like easy rides. The kind that don't flip or go upside down. My husband is a thrill seeker; I prefer to have my feet on the ground. So, I rode a few easy rides and then spent the majority of the time watching my husband ride the crazy rides. Oh, and checking out the crazy light display! 

Seriously, if you ever find yourself in Branson in December GO SEE THE LIGHTS. You will not regret it. 

This is just a little taste of SDC's lights.

My sister-in-law and I. Isn't she gorgeous?!

Me and my mommy! And my brother-in-law!

I didn't take a whole lot of pictures because we were busy spending time together. It was nice to get away from all of life's distractions and relax. Well, I attempted to relax. I was too worried about my husband on those roller coasters to relax too much. But we had a great time eating pretzels, nachos, funnel cakes and fried foods. We walked around the crowds of people and went in a few shops.

The drive home was a long 3 1/2 hours. When we got home, I crawled into bed and decided 3,800 miles in a week is just too many miles to be away from home. 

Our next road trip is planned for July. Until then, I think I'll stay as close to home as I can!