Last trip before baby #3

Lex and Anita came from Holland to vacation for a couple of weeks and we were able to catch up with them for a couple of days in Vegas. They seem to be on the same schedule for vacationing in the US as our schedule in having babies. The last time they visited, they came to Phoenix the week Ellie was due in hopes of meeting her but at last she arrived the day after they left. This time we were still 8 weeks out so I felt a little better and was able to better enjoy the visit. Plus we met up in Vegas which is always fun.
 
It was nice taking a trip without the kids, even though it was a whirlwind. We had never driven to Vegas from Phoenix before so it was fun taking in the scenery. It continues to amaze me how varied the Arizona landscape is. I especially enjoyed the Joshua trees just outside of Wickenburg. The drive there was a bit quiet compared to my usual time in the car. Jason was sleeping so it gave me an opportunity to take in our surroundings.

My favorite Vegas attraction--The Bellagio water show. Luckily we stayed next door at the Vdara so it was easy to take in the show.

It was great meeting up with Linda and Wouter and later on the Colemans. We were able to check out the Bellagio's garden display and do a little bit of shopping as a group.

 

We have been wanting to go to a show in Vegas for a long time and finally made plans to see O. Though the show was at 10pm the night we arrived, it was well worth it. I've never seen anything like it before, truly like a living art display. Next time, I want to see the Beatles show.

Jason had found a Bed and Breakfast package for the hotel we stayed at so Saturday morning we were able to relax and have breakfast in the room. We did not expect for them to set it up so nicely. They even brought a toaster to the room and toasted the bread right there in front of us, quite a treat! We weren't really able to sleep in too late (I remember when we had Willem we thought we'd never get over not sleeping in, now neither of us can sleep much past 8).  But we enjoyed watching TV and not having to be anywhere at a certain time.

Saturday night we went to a restaurant Alex suggested that was off the strip. It was located in a building filled with unique stores and art galleries. Definitely a side of Vegas we hadn't seen before.

Then Alex showed us his office space. Definitely an inspirational space. Our fingers are crossed that his business will take off, Rumgr is a lot easier to use than Craigslist!

All in all, a great last getaway before the baby arrives!