Embry Blog: Summer Staycation

Adoption means no family vacation to the beach, or the mountains, or really anywhere that would require us to stay overnight in a hotel. We call it the "adoption budget" in our house, and nothing escapes it. Although a week at the beach sounds absolutely FANTASTIC right now, we were pleasantly surprised our staycation to Lindsborg, Kansas was also FANTASTIC. It was a quick hours drive from our house and we were done by the time the little ladies had reached the end of their short fuses. I could go on, but I'll just tell you the rest in pictures. Enjoy!

We stopped along the side of the road to check out these horses who were just begging for attention. Ok, maybe that was actually my kids.

This guy thought he'd be hilarious and play charades with us. We totally didn't mind.

Turns out, he didn't really want to play charades. He just didn't know if he was really a dog or a horse and frankly, didn't care.

Hilarity ensued.

At one point I think I heard him say "I'm too old for this identity crisis".

Finally. Success.

Our first stop on the 2014 Embry Staycation - Coronado Heights

Big sister always has her point and shoot in tow. I can't pretend this doesn't totally make my heart sing!!

The littlest one was quite the fearless explorer.

Kansas views. Can't beat em.

Cheese mom!

Aaaaand there it is. Wouldn't be a va(stay)cation without a massive fit!

Taking one last look!

Lindsborg, KS has possibly the best kids park. Ever. Really. Check it out local moms!

Love these lovies.

Derek tried to make small talk with one of the little guys in the background of this picture. He asked if there were any good restaurants in Lindsborg. One of them rattled off several option, ultimately recommending the Sweedish Crown. Derek asked if it were better than McDonald's. His response, "I don't know. My mom's a nutritionist and we've never eaten there". We proceeded to feel like horrible parents the rest of the day.