Nelson Family Blog: Princess Emma in the Park

Sunday, August 9, 2015

Princess Emma in the Park

Today was a fun day. We started off the day by all going to church. It actually went pretty well, Emma behaved herself pretty well, and Elliott took a nice nap during the service.

After church, we made some pasta for lunch, and everyone enjoyed. Rachel left around noon to have lunch with a friend. Emma was very clingy with Rachel all weekend, but did ok with Rachel leaving.

After a short nap, Emma and I headed to Terrace Park for Princess in the Park. It was a Sioux Falls Parks and Rec Program that I signed Emma up for earlier this summer. Basically, it is just an excuse for little girls to dress up as their favorite princess and do some fun activities.

It ended up being a really fun afternoon. Unfortunately, it was really hot and humid out, but it was a good time. There were a lot of little princesses there.

We started off by having a show put on by some Princesses. They acted out a story and sang songs and did actions with all the kids. It was pretty cute. After the show, we broke off into smaller groups to do other activities.

They had storytime, where the kids could drink some water, have some fruit snacks, and listen to a story. They also got to paint an item to bring home with them. There was also a bouncy castle for the princesses to play in. They also had a matching game, and a jousting area. Emma had an absolute blast! We were there for the entire two hours, and she was non-stop the entire time.

Once the party was over, we headed back home. We spent the rest of the evening playing with John and Elliott, and just enjoying some time at home. Elliott is finally getting better, and is pretty much back to himself. Also, he slept the entire night through last night, so I am hoping maybe he will start making a habit out of that.

Elliott has been very content and happy these last few days. He is starting to "talk" a little bit more, and he is really enjoying stroller rides and being outside. He is getting to a really fun age :)

Anyway, right now Elliott is sleeping, and Emma is getting a little crabby because she is very, very tired. So, after we finish this cartoon, this little girl is heading to bed! (And maybe I won't be far behind her)