I have to share a funny story about our plane ride to Utah. For those that have ever flown solo with a child/children you know that it can be a scary experience. The whole time you're on edge trying your hardest to keep your little one entertained and avoiding bugging others. I hate flying as it is so adding all the stress of a baby makes it even worse. I'd flown twice before this and have been very lucky. There have always been extra seats on the plain so Brinley had her own place to sit, but this particular time there were no empty seats so she was on my lap.
We sat next to this couple in their mid 50's and they seemed nice, but didn't really say anything at first. After we had taken off I started feeding Brinley that only lasted about 10 minutes, then I read her a few books that was another 10 minutes, I gave her some toys that she played with for a minute or so, then I went to the back and changed her, came back played some more, read books, gave her some treats, and then I started running out of ideas. It had only been about an hour, maybe, and I had 3 1/2 to go! I started to get nervous. Then all the sudden the lady who was sitting next to me asked if she could hold her. She told me "all kids love me." I gladly let her, but thought that she would be back on my lap in about 5 minutes after this nice lady got bored with her. Boy was I wrong! This lady was right, kids LOVE her! Brinley took to her like a bee on a Popsicle stick! (Sorry for the cheesy analogy) She had no kid things with her but she made everything around her exciting. For example, the Sky Mall magazine! Who would have thought it could be so interesting? Brinley sat and looked through it with her for at least 15 minutes! The lady made everything look so cool. It made me want to buy some stuff! Anyway, after a little while more of playing Brinley started to get a little fussy so I went to grab for her and the lady told me "No"! She said she still wanted to hold her. Whatever, I guess if she wants to hold a crying baby she can. Well she put Brinley on her shoulder and within about 3 minutes she was asleep. Brinley never falls asleep on anyone!!! I couldn't believe it. Well to sum it all up Brinley slept on the lady all the way until the last 30 minutes of the flight. It was wonderful!!! I was grateful to sit next to such nice people!
Here are some pics of the trip!
Brinley helping my Mom make her famous rolls!!
She loved playing with the dough.
Brinley had a great time playing with all her cousins!!
We took Brinley to visit my Grandpa's farm and she loved looking at the cows!
Then she went on her first Tractor ride with her Grandpa Egginton
We had a great Easter also, but those pictures are below.
6 comments:
How fun! I love the story about the lady on the plane. That must have been a relief for you!
I didn't even know you were here! How fun! Sorry I didn't get to see you and your cute Brinley!!! But, what a blessing sitting next to such a wonderful lady on the plane! I admire you girls that are brave enough to travel, on a plane, alone, with toddlers!! You go girl! :)
The pics are so cute! I'm so glad you came, it was so great to see you!
Brinley is getting so big! And she is darling! I loved your plane story- I am happy that you say by nice people!! Sometimes people can be mean when you have a kid on a plane!
Your pitures are so fun!
We miss you guys and sweet little Brinley. Christian is excited to play with her this summer! She sure is getting big!
I know exactly how you feel about traveling with a baby. I am SO happy to hear it went so well for you! What a kind lady that sat next to you. That makes the world of difference when the people next to you are not only understanding but want to help, and actually do!! I'm glad that you were able to get home and visit. I know your mom was excited to have you both there. It sure helped me to go home for a little bit. I'm glad your back home with Greg. I'm sure he missed you.
Take care!
Kristin
Wow, what a nice lady!
Looks like you had a fun trip!
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