Viva La Baby

It's kind of refreshing to know that there's more life to Vegas other than gambling and partying which I have to say what I did when I was younger.  Now that I have Lukas it was really surprising to me how many parents bring little ones with them and how accommodating everyone else is to a baby.  I am starting to realize that you can travel with a child so as long as you submit to all the changes and be super cautious on your surroundings.  For me no matter what Lukas gets the same amount of meals and naps and that his down time is a MUST! It puts me at ease to know when his needs are met and when I'm at ease I enjoy.  Having said that, I also had to learn to let go of things a little and make certain adjustments so I could have fun as well.   This trip we took advantage of the awesome restaurants, shows, and shopping Vegas offers.

Oeuf and Boudin Blanc - This was so yummy 

At CUT by Wolfgang Puck 

Here are a few tips I want to share when traveling to Vegas with a Baby

• Don't hang out at the Casino because of the smokers and well - it's just not a good look!
• Bring a higher SPF cause of the heat and avoid strolling in the strip during the highest point of heat (for me it's 10:00 am - 3:00 pm)
• Bring a carrier if you can - it's sometimes easier to navigate through the strip w/o having to use an elevator
• Be prepared to cut all of your sight seeing short for freak outs.  To Lukas this means he's had enough so a down time is a must.  Vegas has lots of Family bathrooms or Companion Bathrooms, take advantage of it if you are far from your room.
• Bring your own baby food and formula.  These items are usually super expensive over there.
• Buy a big water jug keep it in your room and just refill your water bottle to go.  It'll save you tons of money!

Hope this helps!

Let It Be

I finally cashed in my mother's day gift and went to Vegas with Mark and Lukas, my sister and brother in law who I'm so thankful for when they agreed to baby sit Lukas while we went to see Paul McCartney.  I have to admit that I was very hesitant to taking Lukas to Vegas but I was really surprised on how many babies that were around.  I instantly felt very at ease knowing that there are other parents here with their little ones. I've been to the sin city many many times so I wasn't really gonna party.  Our main reason to be there was to really see my life long music God Paul McCartney.  I have been a fan of the Beatles as far as I can remember and each song of theirs has a true deep meaning to me because The Beatles is our family thing, so many memories attached to each tune they have.  When Paul McCartney finally came out to the stage I cried like a teenage girl from the 60's hoping to not pass out!! Yes it's only the 2nd time I cried because my heart can't contain the happiness (the first one was Lukas' birth).  The whole experience was surreal and unbelievable and to add to this amazing experience, Yoko Ono, Sean Lennon, Dhani and Olivia Harrison was in the crowd.  So! I can now say that I sang Give Peace a chance with John Lennon's wife and son - totally life changing experience!!! I don't think I can put into writing how amazing the entire show was.  I will never forget it!

Last Day in Boston Spent at Salem

We decided to venture out of Boston for our last day of our visit and the closest place we picked is Salem.  I really am not into witch craft or anything close to that realm but I figured there will be lots of old homes or historical buildings to see and that would be enough for me.

We spent most of our time looking at the quaint houses that is part of the Peabody Essex Museum.  The cute little old structures surrounding was so inspiring to me. 

I felt as though that everything is Salem was made for it to look scary and creepy.  Can you imagine all the festivities they must have during Halloween?  I kind of wondered if the residents embraces the "witchy - kitchy" attraction that is everywhere.

Overall, this Boston visit has been satisfying and fun!  Till next time xoxo...