Chicago

We surprised the kids with a trip to Chicago last Sunday.  We hit the road at 7:15 am to make it to the train station by 8:30.

 They were so excited to see we were taking a train, even though they didn't know where we were headed.

 

 

 When we arrived in Chicago, we walked to Daddy's work office.

 And then we headed to the American Girl store.  Chesney was thrilled.  She was so excited to pick out her first American Girl doll and some accessories.  She even got her doll's ears pierced while we were there. Then we went to the Lego store to find Brecken a new toy.

Meanwhile, we received a text from Grandma and Grandpa (who were watching Mackston). 

She sent the picture below with a text asking if this meant that Mackston was done with lunch.  He's such a silly dude.  He had lots of fun helping Grandpa build a fence while we were in Chicago.

We had a great time taking the kid's on a surprise get away.