Tulip Time...Without the Tulips

So this year, the tulips bloomed way early which unfortunately meant no viewing of them during a trip to the festival.  But we still had a great time!  The morning was all hazy and gloomy but literally as we got out of the car in Pella, it was bright, sunny and hot.  We enjoyed getting to go as a family this year.

All ready to go. I love how her shades are a little wonky on her head.

First stop: Jaarsma Bakery!!  I got my pastry fix and Lily certainly wanted to help devour them right along with me!

So sweet.  I do have to be honest though...this was after about 30 minutes of her not being very sweet on the way home.  So we pulled the car over, disciplined her and had a family heart-to-heart in the backseat.  After getting back on the road, she was asleep in about 2 minutes.  It was like a total reset button for her.  Thank you, Lord for giving us the ability to be consistent even when we don't want to!  He shows us the rewards time and time again.

We're looking forward to going again next year.  I'm sure Lily will have a blast showing Baby J everything!