As I mentioned in my post with the highlights from our trip, I'm going to divide reporting our trip into multiple posts so they don't become too long. We had some busy days!
Despite our long travel day the day before, the time difference meant we were all up early on the first day of our trip. Matt found plenty to entertain himself that morning, between all of the toys and books provided for him, the dogs, and the new place to explore. We also took a walk around the campground.
Riding the carousel - Matt found it a little fast, although he enjoyed riding the horse a little more than the other animals.
We chased a couple of wild rabbits through the fields.
That afternoon we went to Storybook Island, a park / playground with various tableaus from fairy and other children's tales.
With the fire engine
Excited to see the choo choo with Uncle Chris and Grandma
Exploring the park with Grandma (photo courtesy of Matt's Aunt Ane)
Posing with the little tugboat
Getting help from Uncle Chris and Daddy on the bouncy toucan
Trying to see what the Cat in the Hat is reading (This kid can't pass up a book!)
Getting to know the 101 Dalmatians (photo on the right courtesy of Matt's Aunt Ane)
Matt's big treat and the highlight of our trip for him: riding the little train around the park
More of Matt riding the train (photos courtesy of Matt's Aunt Ane)
Riding the bouncy rabbit with a little help from Daddy and Aunt Karina
Aunt Ane helps him try out a motorcycle.
Trying out a slide with assistance from Grandma and Grandpa (photo courtesy of Matt's Aunt Ane)
"Neigh! Neigh!"
After all of that activity in the hot afternoon sun, it was time for some ice cream.
Someone seems pleased with himself after sampling just about everyone's shake and sundae.
