We arrived in Chicago on Monday afternoon. After the hour plus drive to Aunt Martha and Uncle Phil's house we talked a lot and made plans for the week. First up was lunch at the American Girl cafe and store down town.
Group shot, not so great. Hair blowing, eyes squinting. So we tried again.
Better but sun glare. Ally was so excited in her new matching dress and boots with her AG doll McKenna.
After an easy hour drive into the city we arrived at the store just as it opened.
After 45 minutes of shopping it was time for our lunch reservation.
It was adorable and delicious. The napkin rings were pony tail holders! Ally's doll got her own special seat at the table and a souvenir tea cup and saucer. The meal started with warm cinnamon buns, then a selection of appetizers served family style: pretzel rolls, crudités, and strawberries and cheese. We each got an entree, Ally had cheese pizza. Becky and Martha grilled chicken salad and I had vegetable quiche and salad. For dessert we each got an individual size chocolate mousse served in a green flower pot dish with a daisy in it and a mini cupcake!
It was so much fun. After lunch we made our purchases. Ally as usual knew what she wanted and never wavered. We tried. She wanted the spa set. It's a manicure/pedicure shampoo chair and rolling cart. Aunt Martha was very generous and mama and mommy conceded and that is what she got.
There was a Lego store right outside and we took advantage of a photo opp with a life sized Lego Friend character.
After a quick stop at Macy's for new underwear for Becky we headed to Lake Michigan. For the record Becky did not have an accident that required new underwear, she just needed new pairs.
Becky touched the cold water but refused to taste it!
When we got home Ally opened up and played with her new toys!
It was a super fun day!
1 comment:
What a fun day!! Can't wait to take Amelia to the American Doll store when she is older- there's one in Columbus!
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