First things first, we went to the American Girl Boutique and Bistro. This is a MUST for any little girl who loves American Girl. Little Love received her first American Girl Doll after Grandpa visited New York a couple of years ago and they went to the store there. She loved the doll but it was never her favorite. She would play with her but most of the time that doll would sit in a toy box. When she started asking for another American Girl Doll I was hesitant but Little Love slowly started playing with the doll she already had more and more and the request for a new one became a daily thing. A friend of mine had told me that letting them pick out their own doll at the Boutique had a whole different meaning for a girl so instead of letting her pick one out of the catalog I figured this would be the best way to go.
The Boutique is amazing. It's really a little girl's dream come true. Every doll is there, every outfit. The Bitty Babies, the Historical Dolls, the ME dolls... it was amazing to see it all. They have a hair studio for the dolls to get all fixed up (expect long lines!) and they make every part of picking your special doll a big deal. Little Love set her eyes on a couple of dolls and wanted them but I made her look at every doll to make sure she was picking the right one and when her eyes met Julie, she was done! She picked out some outfits, matching pajamas for her and Julie, bathing suit and the special American Girl brush that every doll must have to tame that unruly hair! It was truly a magical experience and like I said, something every little girl who loves these dolls should do!
Julie and Little Love both received an American Girl Birthday button because after all, Julie was born into our lives that day and she truly has become a member of our family!
Little Love was so excited!
Thankfully in the same shopping center this is a Lego store. We didn't know until we got to Atlanta that there was a Lego Discovery Center so we missed out on that this trip but have plans to return soon for that. Our Big Love (our son) needed Lego's (NOT!) so we headed over to stock up. If you've been to any Lego store you know how amazing it is to see all of the creations and how many Lego's you can find there. So Big Love got everything he needed (ahem... wanted) and we were on our way for more celebrating.
After a yummy lunch and some Birthday sundaes we headed to the Georgia Aquarium. I have never in my life seen so many people. Even Disney World in the Summer didn't even compare and trust me we know Disney World in the Summer. After waiting in line for an hour just to get in, we were finally in the Aquarium. It's wonderful, it's fun and any kid would love this place. However, I feel like this one is one and done. Once you've seen it, your good and I wouldn't think that there would be a need to go back. Yes it's large but that also means it's crowded. Seeing things were hard because there are so many people in front of you. Lines are long and kids get restless. Our loves held up well and it was a nice day. This is something they have really wanted to do and see so it's 100% worth it. Just be prepared for crowds on a Saturday and very long lines.
I will say that the Shark Whale and Beluga Whales were amazing. I loved the sea otters, I have decided I want one of those ;) and Little Love was so excited to get to see the penguins up so close.
After the Aquarium a Birthday dinner and cake (yes I had a piece as it's OK to cheat on days like this) were in order and then crashing at the hotel!
It was a great weekend and another Birthday is in the books. I did much better on this trip with eating and exercising. I had a plan (a more realistic plan) and stuck to it. Unfortunately, I got home and got sick. Bronchitis in the Summer is not fun! So, I'm a little off on my diet and month three weigh in has not been done. That will be done soon!
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