My exciting, adventurous Mom called at the beginning of the week and told us that she was headed to Indiana on Thursday and would love to treat Milla, Faith and me (Brandon had to work) to buddy passes to join her. I LOVE going to Indiana to be with our family and get to spend time at the farm--so, (although I was a little overwhelmed at first thought thinking of all of the prep/packing and wondering how we would make it through the airport) we had to make it happen! So, just a few days later we found ourselves heading to the Atlanta airport!!!
Here we are at the kiosk checking in!
Mom, Milla and Faith
2 roller bags+3 carry-ons+a stroller with a baby+a toddler=we could have used one more hand!! I know people do it all the time (and with more children than 2)-- but it really takes some planning and organization--I will try to figure out how to pack even lighter next time! Some tips-- just pack the diapers you need for the airport and then buy some when you get to your destination* be prepared when you go through security to take your baby out and break down your stroller to put up on the conveyor belt * Know that they do allow you to bring milk/breast milk/formula through security even if it is more than 3 oz. *
Everything was lush and in bloom when we arrived in Indiana. This is the view from the kitchen window at the farm. Aunt Connie brought the outside in by filling the house--the tables--and the windows with fresh lilacs and Japanese magnolia blooms. It was beautiful! The farm truly looked like a fairy tale or a dream!
Milla lucked out and got to ride horses twice in one day!!! Aunt Connie's friend Cheryl teaches lessons and was nice enough to let us come to her barn and get a quick ride!
Even Faith got to take a ride...you can't go to Indiana and not ride a horse! With hands surrounding them they got to make half of a loop around the ring together on a really calm and gentle horse! (Love this shot of sisterly love!)
In the afternoon Aunt Connie's friend Kelly-- who boards her horses at the farm was so generous with her time and gave Milla a little lesson. At one point the normally docile horse got spooked and Milla got tossed off the side!!!!-- but, Kelly was right there and caught Milla in the air and immediately put her right back on! Milla was tough-she didn't shed a tear--it only took a few minutes of getting comfortable and her smile reappeared!
Kelly also introduced Milla to (and let her pet) one of the chickens.
There are about 12 chickens at the farm-- they get a bunch of pretty, fresh eggs daily!! You would think you are looking at Easter eggs--but these are the way they find them in the chicken house.
Mom was having a photo session with Faith in the lilacs!
Grandma, Faith and Mom going for a ride on the golf cart. The town of Centerville is so laid back and the traffic is slower-- so, you can actually ride the golf cart on the road if you are headed somewhere nearby!
Milla admiring the horses in the field
Milla and Faith enjoying the breeze on the front porch
Some great memories are made in the kitchen at the farm...singing, dancing, great talks...etc...
Aunt Connie, Cousin Sara and Mom (Crisann)*So many people get my Mom and Aunt mixed up because they look so similar-- they are not twins-they are 2 years apart!
Faith and her Great Grandma Rhodes (emphasis on the GREAT!!) Her mother's name was "Bessie Townsend McConaha"... my middle name is Bess, Faith's middle name is Townsend, and Milla's last middle name is McConaha!
We always insist that Grandma play us a tune on the organ when we visit with her! One of the songs she plays a lot is "Known Only To Him" that has the great line... "I know not what the future holds- But I know who holds the future".We are so thankful that we got to spend "Spring Break 2012" in Centerville, Indiana having a Girl's Weekend with our family! It was refreshing and cherished!
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