Thursday, March 27, 2008
Spring Break
Cole's been on Spring Break this week from school. Unfortunately, it wasn't a good time for Mark to take a vacation, as he's spent most of this week at work prepping for a big convention next week in Las Vegas. So, instead, the three of us have just been taking it easy (sorry, Mark!) We've mixed in a few "scheduled" days with the low-key ones, however, and today we had a busy morning.

They said, "Mommy, loooooook! A castle!"



And then they were off...


...to my surprise they wanted to check out the inside of the house first. So up and down we went, covering all 4 floors plus the basement (though Cole really wanted to go on a rooftop tour.) Thankfully, Biltmore takes care of their kids, and we had a "treasure map" that we followed to make it fun for them as we walked (breezed) through the rooms. Cole's favorite was the Halloween Room in the basement of the house, whereas Harper really preferred the fountain. Outside.



They had such fun checking it all out, and I had fun photographing them...as well as other things...





The Festival of Flowers starts at the end of next week (I think) so there weren't many tulips in bloom yet. We made due with the vibrant forsythia & daffodils, though.




More random photos...





Look -- they even indulged me with a photo! (And they're both looking at the camera in this shot - remarkable! It probably had more to do with the promise of scooby snacks, though...)


I really think that they both had a great time. Neither of them has been to the Biltmore since they were babies so I think this is a visit they'll actually remember. I was so proud of them, too, as they were really well-behaved, even during lunch at the Stable Cafe. The crayons & coloring books were a big hit.





Finally, since I was parched by the time we left the Estate (not to mention the fact it was 66 degrees by this time) we capped off our trip with a stop at Starbucks for some Double Chocolate Chip Creme Frappuccinos.

The other good part about a productive morning?
LOoooooong naps. ; )

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posted by Joanna Bolick @ 3:49 PM  
17 Comments:

  • At 5:35 PM, Blogger Melanie said…

    can't believe how big they're both looking!

     

  • At 6:06 PM, Anonymous jen olson said…

    How fun! love that last picture. That place is so amazing. I hope you all are enjoying your week. Sorry that Mark had to work on his time off. yuck!

     

  • At 6:11 PM, Anonymous ashley said…

    I've always wanted to go there. :)

     

  • At 6:34 PM, Blogger Heather M. said…

    Looks like a great place to visit! I seriously cannot get over the flowers!!! It was snowing here this morning...

     

  • At 9:14 PM, Anonymous megan said…

    how fun! we've been talking about a visit to Asheville/Biltmore soon, since we've never been but heard lots about it! looks like a lot of fun! enjoy the rest of the week! i think i'll end with one more exclamation point! ;)

     

  • At 9:32 PM, Anonymous Amanda Fuentes said…

    Beautiful! My brother and his family must live near you b/c they went there recently on a day trip! Oh and Scooby snacks are our friend too!

     

  • At 9:35 PM, Blogger Missy said…

    I wanna come spend spring break with you!!
    oh wait.
    I don't get spring break.
    boo.
    hiss.

     

  • At 12:20 PM, Blogger Jessi said…

    BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

    can you/how much do they charge to do pro pictures there?

     

  • At 1:34 PM, Blogger stephanie said…

    stunning photographs...and they look so much more alike every single day! you make some beautiful babies..heeh.

     

  • At 3:12 PM, Blogger melissa deakin said…

    i love these photos so much.
    i want to live where you live...you always have the best adventures!

     

  • At 3:22 PM, Blogger Kimber-Leigh said…

    oh, one of my favorite places! it looks like you had a wonderful time! and i'm impressed that you got a "quick" tour of everything! my favorite room is the library!

     

  • At 3:31 PM, Blogger Jamie said…

    Great photos! i just love that place.

     

  • At 10:48 PM, Blogger Kelly Goree said…

    i love love love love the biltmore. it's so stunning. i remember being in awe over the library (my absolute fave :)) to the multi-tiered chandelier in the spiral staircase (SO wanted to get married on that lol) to the BOWLING ALLEY and swimming pool in the basement. hard to imagine that this was a family home.

    looks like you guys had a wonderful day!

     

  • At 9:57 PM, Anonymous Elaine Waters said…

    We went last year about this time, but the cold had killed all the flowers. So I was in awe to go into the green houses to see all the amazing plants. I spent almost an hour in there taking pictures of the different orchids (and annoying many people who just didn't take the time to look). Glad you guys had a great day!

     

  • At 3:00 PM, Blogger Lew said…

    I first visited Biltmore on a high school trip 50 years ago. I've been back several times since then and I am still amazed with the beauty of the house and grounds. Your picures of Biltmore with your adorable kids are priceless! Beautiful story and pictures of your day there.

    Thanks for your photography articles on 2peas. I followed along the 12 lessons, though I only posted pictures on my blog. My wife is a long 2peas member who told me about your course.

     

  • At 7:29 PM, Anonymous Renee said…

    we haven't been yet to the biltmore, but I have always wanted to go- beautiful photos!!

     

  • At 7:35 PM, Anonymous Dixie Lee said…

    One of my favorite places. Absolutely magical.

    Thanks for sharing.

     
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