This year we took an out of the country vacation to Oaxaca, Mexico. Being that my daughter was only twenty-two months old, and never been out of the country, I, by nature, began to worry. How will she deal with the flight? Will the elevation affect her? What will she do on a plane for five hours? Will she tolerate the food? What if she gets sick there? Will she miss her bed? Should I bring diapers or buy them there? But what if she gets a rash? And on, and on, and on. So, naturally, I overpacked, brought our whole house and then some, and paid a hefty $300.00 extra baggage. Not exactly a smart traveler. But in my defense it was our first time, and I was not going to take any chances. We were flying 3,000 miles away after all.
Following great advice from my close friend (thanks G!), my overpacking and tons of prayer, we made it. My friend recommended that we have coloring books and other activities for the plane ride, and also that we have a drink ready for takeoff and landing (this would reduce the chance of ears plugging). Worked like a charm. It also helped that we booked the red eye and my daughter slept the whole way there (and the plane ride back home too!). She had an amazing time bonding with her extended family, which she was meeting for the first time!
Boarding line smiles :)
Boarding the Plane at 1:00 a.m.
Our seats were the last row on the plane which was perfect, and close to the restroom :)
Last day fun day at the ranch, with all the cousins :)
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