Living a Tween-Age Dream

Our kids are really lucky because they have really cool Uncles.  And one in particular did something really awesome.  He took Millie and two of her friends on their own personal vacation to Steamboat Springs!

HE...is Uncle Shad.  Last Christmas, he gave the more mature cousins a couple of books along with a letter explaining the terms:  the girls were to read the two books -  books for LDS girls about inner beauty, friendship, and growing up.  Once achieved, they could cash-in their "gift of travel" to a destination of their choice (he gave about 10 choices).

Well, she read and really enjoyed the books...and then she cashed-in on her trip last month!

She chose Steamboat because she had heard about the hot spring pools and that there was a lot to do there.  She researched online and planned some activities that sounded fun.  Because the plane holds 4 people, she was able to invite 2 friends.  She took Tatum and Morann.

Just before take-off

En Route.  How many 11 year olds have done this?
These girls packed a lot of activities into 2 days:

Alpine Slide on the ski hill

Swimming at this "way cool" water park fed by the natural hot springs 

 

Mini Golfing

Hiking up to a beautiful waterfall

Shopping!

Eating Donuts and Candy

 And doing what 11 year old girls do best...

BeiNG SiLLY!

This was truly a trip of a lifetime for these girls and one they will never forget!

Did I mention that Uncle Shad provided flying, driving, lodging, and food?  He is very generous and enjoyed being the chaperone.  He had quite a few stories for us!

THANKS SHAD!  XOXO