Samuel's Fun Weekend, Part 1

This past weekend, Sam was the star of the show. Yes, he was with Farfar and Farmor all weekend. Andreas and I had a church retreat several hours away. There were no other children going and so Sam gladly went with his grandparents (his grandparents gladly took him).

They had a fun filled weekend ready for Samuel. On Friday, Farmor and Samuel took a walk down to one of the big parks in Goteborg. They met Farfar and had a picnic. Then he played and showed off for all the were around. He was treated to a balloon and a huge playground. It has been unusually warm here in Sweden so we are all outside as much as possible (we are afraid that winter will come back in July).

After the picnic they went home and took the always needed nap (not so fun). However, that night was the big trip to Liseberg! This is an amusement park that is basically right outside Farmor and Farfar's door. He has been looking at it all winter and asking when he can go. It is finally open and ready for Samuel's perusal.

He loved it!!!! They went on several rides. Farmor did the spinning ones and Farfar did the coasters. Farmor had to pry Samuel out of the old fashion cars. Farfar and Samuel went on the bumper boats together and I am happy to say that Samuel did not take a swim this time. But Samuel's absolute favorite was the train roller coaster. This coaster is made for children. Instead of being the least bit scared of it, Samuel put his hands in the air and screamed with delight. He is out little dare devil. He went on it twice and would like to do it everyday if we could. He was quite enamored with the big roller coasters, but has been informed that his must be bigger to go on them. You should see his face as he constantly recounts the story of the roller coaster. You could say he had the time of his life. Hopefully we will be able to take him soon, I really want to experience it with him too.

The next day they went to Uncle Johan and Aunt Emma's house to help fix the lawn (they just had an addition done and the lawn was in much need of help). As always Samuel was up to helping out, Uncle Johan had even gotten a rake just Samuel's size. Samuel was also excited to see his cousin Viktor, whom he constantly talks about.

Samuel then got to take a bath in the sun (not going to show you those pics). He helped Farfar with yard work and in general had soooooooooo much fun. When we picked him up he related everything he had done during the weekend in a couple of minutes (I don't think he took a breath the whole time). Of course he was excited to see us, but stated that he didn't want to go home (who would after a weekend like that). However, he did come home with us and has not stopped talking about the roller coasters for two days.

Samuel is growing up so much. He turns four in September and it shows. What he understands, can do and is trying to do makes mommy a bit sad. I feel like the toddler years were over so fast and now he is this vibrant little boy (which I am very happy about and thankful to the Lord for). I hope you enjoy a brief look at his wonderful weekend.

Blessings,
Laurie

Picnic in the park.

Showing off his muscles!

Playgrounds are always a welcome site.

Farmor has dreamed of buying him a balloon in the park for years. So here is her special moment. Congradulations Farmor!

After paying for the balloon, Samuel celebrated by having his own little parade. He loves to do this with sticks also. He is usually singing as he does this.