Vegas BABY

I have never been to Vegas. You would think in the beginning Fred would have to pull my teeth out to get me on a plane without Autumn. We had multiple conversations about going to Vegas and always in the back of my head was......but my baby. Us mothers we do not like to leave our children. Maybe it is because they were with us every single day for the 9 months they were growing in us (which by the way is more like 10 months how do they get 9 months from 40 weeks but anyways). It is amusing too because friends without children are like "what is wrong with you go to Vegas party it up" and friends with children are like "omg that is so hard. I don't know if I could do that". Being a working mom I do leave my baby 2 days a week at daycare. That and the days I work I leave the house at 6:20 am and get home at 8:00 pm. Which very rarely baby is awake. This stinks but it has prepared me more for leaving the babe behind for this journey. Lets face it, baby in Vegas = not that fun. Vegas is for sure a adult playground.

The last time I have packed a bag to go on a trip for just me was......probably my suitcase to take with me to the hospital for Autumn's arrival. Since then it has been a small tote bag for mom and three big tote bags for baby. This time packing is a little strange because I don't need the thermometer, diaper rash cream, benadryl, tylenol, ect. multiple just in case something happens items. Instead it is makeup, hair straightener, skinny jeans (be prepared Vegas cause yes this is happening ), and tops. And this is the face that I can not get out of my head.

Breaks your heart! But I most be strong and refocus and think about all the fun Autumn will have with her Grandparents this weekend.

Okay that is much better. In preparation to leave the Nibs (this is Autumn's nickname) behind I have become one of those crazy post it sticking mom's. A list of medications with dosing taped to the bathroom mirror for example. With another reminder of "call this number if you have problems" with doctors phone number listed. One of the things to remember. Grandparents are not with babies 24/7 anymore and simple things like Tylenol dosing that all us mom's could spit out backwards is easily forgettable. And lets face it things were done a lot different in the 80s. Watching my dad put on Autumn's diaper backwards once I am amazed I am okay. But I know they all have it down, it just makes me smile and laugh to think about the backwards diaper. Love ya dad. My mother-in-law, Jane, will be watching Autumn predominately and when it comes to toddler age she handles it quite well :)
Now it is time to tell about our Vegas trip! We woke up early. And when I type early I mean it. We got picked up at our house at 4:15 am. I therefore said my good-bye to Autumn the night before. My mom spent the night with us so we could leave and her and Autumn could begin their day at normal time.

So I have never gotten drunk on a plane. However it is awesome to get drunk on the plane.

  Vegas was a blast and I do believe the saying what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. It was a time to act 21 again. No responsibilities and no one stopping you from drinking where ever you wanted.  Liquid courage runs strong in me. I seriously lose all shame and live in the moment when I am drunk. Therefore I don't have too many pictures because I was too busy taking it all in to worry about it. Though there is a video of my amazing moment on stage with Steele Panther. Where they asked me to show my boobs and in front of hundreds I responded something to the extent of "Why? I have none. These are pretty much padding." And the lead singer responded "Why did you come on stage then?" The answer I now realize was Liquid courage.
A few highlights though. Singing Cher "If I could turn back time" on stage at Senor Frogs in Treasure Island. Winning $42.18 and making a huge deal of it. Star Wars slot machine! Hearing Wilson Phillips play like every time something cool happened that first day. Going on stage with Steele Panther will never forget that. Watching the Super Bowl in cousin Frank's suite. Having a good time with family.
Now for a few photos.

 First Shot in Vegas with the amazing $5 dollars for a beer and a shot deal

 Balloon hat at Senor Frogs

 Family watching the Super Bowl

 Fred rocking the hat

 Freddy outside of the Bellagio

 fountain show at the Bellagio

 view of one of the 3 main pools at our resort

  
Fred and I at Steele Panther

Around Sunday night I started to get the I miss my baby anxiety that only mother's truly understand. Our children may know how to hit our buttons at times but that is few and far from the amount of hugs and giggles that fill our day. I got Autumn a little souvenir. 

She even already has a bit of change in there from Grandpa, Aunt Diana, Eryn, Kyle, Mom, and of course Dad putting the change from their pockets in it. It was a great trip and it was fun to spend it with the people you love. Who regardless of how you act in Vegas still call you family :)

And Autumn was super happy this morning and enjoyed her piggy bank. I am happy we went and happy to be home! Successful vacation!