Dallas Arboretum

Last weekend, while my college buddy, Donna 2, was here, we all went out to the Arboretum for a morning walk and a picnic on the grounds. Mikaela had a wonderful time and Mike was able to take some great pictures.

 Right now they are doing an Alice in Wonderland Exhibit.  They have three or four different plant houses to depict various scenes from the story.

Mad Hatter Tea party

Queen of Hearts Croquet Game

Then we spent another hour or two walking around the grounds seeing  various gardens.  The arboretum is so beautiful.  And thanks to a morning storm, the temperature wasn't too high until after lunch, even though it was humid.

 

 

 

Crape Myrtle Tree Tunnel

College Roomies, "The Donnas"

water walls

checking the map

We tried to get good pictures of the kids, but when I set Nicholas down  on the blanket in the grass, he decided that was a great place to nap, so this is the best we could get.

having a picnic in the shade

Mikaela loved having a picnic - we think this is actually her first real picnic.  

Children's Aquarium

This past weekend, my friend and college roommate, Donna 2, came to visit for our annual Donnas' Musical Weekend.  On Friday we took Mikaela to the Children's Aquarium at Fair Park.  Mikaela was skiddish at times but we had a fun time.  

so ugly... but still one of God's creatures.

colorful fish

 There is a sting ray exhibit.  Donna 2 decided she'd like to feed them.  She had to hold little fish.  Gross!  Oh well, it was fun to watch.