While the Big Girls are Away...

While the girls were away at Girl's Camp, the rest of us had some fun too.  Sometimes with all three of them, it's hard to find something that appeals to everyone.  We decided it would be fun to do things that we knew Parker would love, but the older two might not be crazy about.  So we set off for some summer adventures!

 We went to the Mount Pleasant Children's Discovery Museum one day.  It was fun for Parker, and pretty manageable for a few hours.  Not as big or awesome as the ones in Illinois, but still a great place for her to play and get some energy out.  And who am I kidding, Mark and I played a little too!

Another day we took a hike through the Chippewa Nature Center hiking trails.  We got a bit lost, but ended up having a good time anyway.  It's been such wonderful weather this summer to be outside enjoying nature and getting some exercise.

We also took a little trip to Dow Gardens again.  We've been here several times this summer, but it never gets old.  It's so nice to just walk through the gardens enjoying the green that surrounds you, as well as the flowers, architecture of the bridges and landscapes, and water.  The sounds, smells, and feelings of summer are just so calming and inspiring. 

Her last moment of glory...being an only child, so to speak...until the big sisters came home.  I think she really missed them, but also got a taste of what it's going to be like someday in the distant future.  Oh boy, that's an interesting thought!