Spring Break

This week was my sister Jocelyn's spring break, and of course, she couldn't think of any better place to spend it than with us! Which was convenient because the twins have been asking for grandparents on an airplane for months. The visit really couldn't have been better timing because I have been sooo sick and needing a spring break myself. What I also got was spring cleaning, spring sleep, spring peace and quiet, and spring rejuvenation. Here are some other highlights.

1. Mt. Bonnell

The highest point in Austin, which doesn't say much, because it's just 99 stairs to the top. However, the twins couldn't be more ecstatic to see 99 steps to climb.

The view is gorgeous and overlooks Lake Austin.

We took the scenic route on the way down. Somewhat of a romantic little moment.

2. Zilker Park


Zilker Park is where the Austin City Limits is held every year. With 351 acres to explore, we could have stayed all day. Luckily, we at least located the pigeons, Barton Springs, and the Zilker Zepher train ride.


The train ride was the highlight of the twins' life for sure. Maddie kept turning around and having this conversation with her sister, "London, are you having fun?" "Yes!" "Give me five!"

3. Friendship Park at Granger Lake

As the activities committee co-chair, I knew I couldn't miss the ward campout. Luckily, Jocelyn and my parents were good sports and jumped on board. It turned out to be a great night and the lake was gorgeous.


L & M try their hand at S'mores....



Grandpa gives everyone harmonica lessons.


4. Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum

My dad is such a history buff, we knew we couldn't miss this one. The library is located on the UT campus and is huge! My favorite was the 'guest speaker,' Lyndon B. Johnson of course! This library is considered one of Austin's top ten.

Trying to be flapper girls!

5. Food and friends

As we've been told, you can't really experience Texas without some good BBQ! We made sure to show our guests all of our favorites, while still working around my strange cravings! We were also invited to dinner at Aunt Tricia and Uncle Alan's, whom my parents have known for years starting back when we were all in the same ward! Small world, I know. We had a wonderful time catching up, and I think my parents feel better about having us in Austin after talking to them. :)


We of course had a hard time saying goodbye and the twins cried for a solid hour. The only consolation is that we will be seeing Ryan's parents in less than a month! So stay tuned for spring break: part 2! (I realize this post is a marathon...anyone made it to the end?)