The Big Christmas Surprise

In lieu of large presents this year we opted to take a surprise mini-vacation. The kids didn't know where we were going this past Monday until we pulled up to the Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, Texas. The place really is amazing. It has an indoor waterpark with many slides and an incredible amount of water attractions. The waterpark truly is the highlight of the resort. We also decided to get the kids a theme room called the Kid Cabin. They basically had their own cabin-themed room within the suite.

They also had a game that the kids could play where you used a wand to find various treasures throughout the hotel while completing various quests. Morgan and Maya had a good time playing that game while Melody took a much deserved nap.
They also had storytime with Santa. Can you see a little blonde girl who edged herself up to be as close as possible to the big guy?

Melody enjoyed the view from a safe haven, at a distance..

Morgan wasn't enthralled, but participated nonetheless...

The highlight of the trip was definitely the waterpark, which we visited 3 times.


We did end up leaving a night early because while the beds were adorable, they were way too close to mom and dad, were extremely uncomfortable and the kids all developed a cough. Daddy managed to get some money off our stay which was a bonus. We had a nice rest in our own beds last night and have some great memories.
Maya says it's the best present ever.