I had been trying to talk Maria into camping out with me for opening day (which it turns out was a downpour), but fortunately we didn't have to. Thanks to our husbands' connections in the city, Steve was able to secure a pass that enabled a carload of us to attend a special preview. I have never been more thankful for our minivan. On the Saturday before the grand opening, February 14 to be exact, we loaded up the 'bergers and Freys and headed to IKEA for some good old-fashioned shopping. What recession? You can get placemats for $1 each!
The majority of photos below are courtesy of Maria. ¡Muchas gracia Miss Maria!
Waiting in line until the doors opened. The boys were kind of confused, and Luis got a little lost once the crowd started to move, but he caught up quickly.
We felt like rock stars as the staff cheered for us as we walked through the doors. Again, the boys were perplexed, but they just went with it.
Luis did not want to get up from this table. He loved that it was just his size. In fact, we are turning the loft into a playroom and will be purchasing their play table from IKEA because you can by the table top and legs separately.
Who knows what Samuel is doing, but he sure was having fun!
Luis enjoyed measuring things with the paper measuring tape.
Daniel wanted to work like Papá. SIDENOTE: I did not intentionally dress the twins in blue and yellow (the IKEA colors), but because of it they got their pictures taken and video too! Who knows, maybe they will end up on some promotional materials. That makes my marketing heart proud!!!
Samuel is chillaxin' as my good friend Sherry likes to say.
I think we let them watch that So You Think You Can Dance clip of the little B-Boy one too many times.
I will own this chair one day. I will put it in our bedroom. Once I do, I will never get up from this chair...ever again.
Troy is so handsome! I had to throw this one in here.
Steve and Maria!!!!
Daniel eating breakfast.
Samuel sharing his breakfast with the rest of us.
Luis shovelling in his breakfast.
My favorite part of the day was that I got to leave the kids in their playland for one whole hour! I am not so sure the boys loved it, but I certainly did.
All in all, it was a successful trip. Troy got a much needed dresser for very cheap. That is the best part about IKEA. You get great furniture, for low prices.
My favorite picture of the day though has to be this one. Luis has his finger up his nose 90% of the time. Thank you Miss Maria for capturing the true essence of Luis!
4 comments:
I loved these pics on FB and I love them here. The one of you on that chair cracks me up. I can just hear you say, "My sleep window is closing. I must go to my chair now." And that one of Luis is too fabulous. I particularly love the expression on his eyes and mouth as if to say "...{crickets chirping}...{more silence}...."
I'm STILL laughing at the pictures and commentary...I'd say it was a fun time had by all. Most definitely worth the migraine and 2 hour nap when we got home! haha
When we going again? :)
Haha, great to catch up on the pictures again. I LOVE the one of Luis picking his nose - too funny!!
One question, will you own the light (in the picture with the chair) as well so there is always a spotlight on you? Not that it wouldn't be appropriate, just curious. ;0)
Andrea,
I too love IKEA! I have been wishing one in Cleveland.....but I will have to settle for a 2 hour drive. I am glad to hear that I am not the only one who enjoys eating there too. Happy Shopping!
Penny
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