Branson Getaway Part 2

Right after Christmas, we loaded up and headed to Branson! We were looking for a quick little getaway to just get away from life here (the housework, the laundry), a new change of scenery! It was also the perfect location, because DJ's family was able to meet us half way, and we were able to spend time with each of them.

I shared Part 1 of our trip here. 

DJ's dad and stepmom headed back to their home on Thursday after spending a few days with us. 

Gretchen was dressed, but decided to get all cozy in the resort robe! She did some research on the computer while waiting on the rest of us!

After his parents left, we decided to do some shopping! Shopping is always one of my favorite things to do in Branson. 

We hit up a few stores, before heading back to the condo for lunch. And then we waited on his mom and sister to arrive! Gretchen was looking super hipster in her new beanie. 

And these girls were going a bit cray! 

The condo was a wee bit louder, once the cousins arrived, and instantly all the kiddos started playing upstairs. They had the best time! 

We ventured out, and decided to head to Fritz's, which is new and tons of people had recommended. And, y'all, it was SO much fun! 

 

There was a little play space for smaller kids, with small tunnels and slides. 

And they had an indoor ropes course perfect for little kids! 

Megan and Adalyn spent forever on this ropes course! 

There was a silo in the middle with a super fast slide going down! 

Fritz's also had an indoor climbing wall, which you could repel down! An indoor airplane that you could go inside, a laser room AND an indoor ropes course for adults. We actually tried it, but Gretchen freaked as soon as she got up there, so she quickly headed back down. I did about three sections, and was all "peace out, see ya later." Because, from the ground it wasn't intimidating at all, but up there, yeah, I guess i'm not a fan of heights after all! 

We spent all afternoon playing before heading to dinner. 

Saturday morning, we stayed at the condo, until DJ's sister headed out of town. We made tacos, and then bundled up because we were crazy people heading to Silver Dollar City in 20 degree weather. And, look at these sisters getting along! It made my heart so happy! 

These girls are cray, and we're about to venture out in freezing temps!!! 

Once we arrived at SDC, we rented a stroller for the girls. While, we don't ever use a stroller when we're out and about at home, we use one at amusement parks, because it's a heck of a lot of walking! SDC also has huge hills, and I'd rather not be piggy backing a child up those hills! 

We were so excited that Nana could tag along too! And look at how cute the gingerbread people were! 

And the snowmen too :) 

SDC was practically empty, which was fabulous. But, because it was so cold a lot of the rides were shut down. Gretchen asked to see their version of a Christmas Carol, so we headed to the theater first. And, then I tried to convince the girls to ride Fire in the Hole with me, and not one of them would! (It was the only ride open!) So, Nana and I went to wait for the ride, and DJ took the girls over to the kiddie area of the park, which we thought was open, but it ended up being closed. Thankfully, there's a huge ball play area, so they went in there- and it was heated! 

We headed back up the hill and warmed up in the ice cream shop with hot chocolate and a funnel cake. And y'all, there were people eating ice cream! When it was 20 degrees outside! 

We stayed in here a while, because #warm. 

And then we headed outside to watch the tree lighting. It was fun and gorgeous, and we all oohed and aahed. 

Even though it was after Christmas, it left us all warm and cozy inside. 

We went through Grandpa's Mansion and caught the train. 

We stopped and were told the Christmas story, and it just made me so thankful for the season. 

After the train ride, Megan was flipping out. She was freezing! Her little hands were ice, even with her gloves, and she insisted the only thing that would make her happy was a new pair of gloves! So, we rode the carousel, because the girls insisted, and then bought Megan a pair of gloves before heading out! 

We ended the night with dinner at the condo resort, warm baths, and packing, because we were heading home the next morning!