Recinnati

This year we gave Rece the option of a birthday party with friends or taking a trip to a Major League Baseball game with Bryce and Dadda. He chose the baseball game. This, of course, makes me very excited, not only because I love baseball, but it's fun to just hang out with my boys and have another grand adventure. I purchased tickets online a few weeks ago. Earlier this week, I tirelessly researched hotels in Cincinnati to go see the Reds play. Growing up my favorite baseball player was Pete Rose, yes, I know his character is questionable at best. But going to Cincinnati is kind of like going to Memphis, if you are an Elvis fan. Even though Pete is officially banned from baseball (perhaps I'll debate the merit of that in another blog post), there's still tons of reverence for the all-time hit king of baseball. (4,256). They've even named a street after him. Great American Ballpark is also a really nice place to watch a game. I've been there once before with some friends. It's really a beautiful park.

Rece also had a few other requests while going to Cincinnati. The city is famous for it's chili. They have a famous chili restaurant chain called Skyline Chili. The ballpark also has Skyline Chili Dog stands. Rece is a big fan of chili, so that's definitely on his list.

Since we are staying at a hotel, Rece also wanted to make sure we are going to be able to swim at the pool. I found a hotel that has an indoor pool, but has a retractable roof. That will, hopefully, guarantee us of swimming success.

I am excited to be able to spend a good portion of two days with my boys. Hopefully it will be a weekend we all remember for many years.