This summer has included quite a bit of spontaneity, as will be evidenced by this and subsequent posts. This plot, hatched by meme, revolved around a last minute overnight trip (which turned into a two night trip) to Monterey – not that I’m complaining. The two night deal seemed to be sealed when our room included a large walk in closet which shouted “little man’s bedroom!” Claire and Conor got a yummy taste of luxury as we stayed on cannery row in a gorgeous hotel with a deliciously comfortable king size bed that Claire made herself right at home in.
doesn’t that look like a great bed to nap in?
she was even generous at times to allow Conor some time on the bed.
The focus of our visit to Monterey was of course the Aquarium. The kids loved the aquarium and I think we were surprised at how much Conor enjoyed himself (especially if he was allowed to toddle around on his own). Claire seems to be taking a page from her father’s notebook pausing at each tank only long enough to utter the words “let’s see something else.” If Claire were tour guide, bathroom breaks would not be tolerated and the only places one would be able to stay long enough to take a breath would be the touch pools and the children’s section.
Overall, I was impressed with how the kids handled themselves in restaurants, with crowds and in the hotel. Of course we had some toddler moments but really, the kids did well.
Great trip, thanks to Meme who made it possible! Claire still weekly asks to go to the aquarium and this time bring daddy who was holding down the fort at home working.
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