The Carousel Ride

Yesterday, after Addison's birthday party, Aunt MerMer decided that she wanted to take all five big kids on the carousel at the Parks Mall.  The first (and only) time we tried to take Parker and Eden on a carousel was last year at the zoo. They cried hysterically as soon as I put them up on a horse and ended up sitting in my lap while all of the other kids enjoyed the ride. 

This time, Parker couldn't wait to try it and jumped right up on his horse next to Addison. Eden was still quite timid and unsure and tried to back out at the last minute. Aunt MerMer made her face her fears and, although there were a lot of tears at first, I think she ended up enjoying the ride.  Lily, as usual, embraced the new situation with no fear and smiled and laughed throughout the entire ride.  I love watching my kids experiencing new things and it is always more fun when Addison and Aubrey are there too! Thanks Aunt MerMer for the fun carousel ride!