Last week, our family headed south for a delightful week’s vacation in Virginia Beach and Williamsburg. Well, mostly it was delightful. Having the best roller coaster at Busch Gardens shut down twice while Mack and I were near the front of the (long) line was not delightful. Carrying more gear than the Continental Army had at Valley Forge down to the beach and back every day was not delightful. Dining at the Olive Garden because we were so desperate for the kids to eat something besides chicken tenders was not delightful. (Well, the bread sticks are pretty damn delightful, actually.)
We had a very nice, relaxing trip and enjoyed our family time. Usually we run around like crazy on vacation, zooming from site to site. So to sit by the beach and the pool for several days on end was quite a departure for us.
On the last morning of our trip, the kids watched TV while Byron and I packed our bags and got ready to leave the hotel. As I packed up my toiletries in the bathroom, six-year-old Aidan stuck his head around the corner. “Mommy, can I watch ‘Christmas Vacation’?” I haven’t seen the movie, but I worried there might be illicit Santa Claus information in it. Besides, we were just about ready to go. So I said “No.”
He replied, “Why? Do you think there might be bad words in it? Because, don’t worry, I already know all of them.”
Which roller coaster is the best at Busch Gardens in your opinion? Inquiring minds want to know.
Well, I do love Apollo’s Chariot. But we both think the Griffon is the best, just because it is so unique. Especially love riding in the front row. Do you agree?
No one would ride Griffon with me last time so I didn’t try it. But I will have to next time. Chris and I both love Appollo’s Chariot although I still have a very special place in my heart for Loch Ness. I don’t know why, but I just love old Nessie.
Maybe one of these times we can coordinate when our families go and you and Mack can take me on coasters. I’m sure Cat would go if Mack does. Tate can entertain Aidan and Chris can entertain Byron and Chris’ buddy Reid. Chris misses Reid.