water park (and a bad baby mama)

I was a terrible baby mama today! We went to the super fun water park but I only took like 5 pictures total. Boo on me! It was so busy and wet that I didn't take many at all. All I need is someone to go with me during the week when it's way less busy and I could take a ton. Anyway, Carter loves this place. Both times we've been there he's really unsure about it and clings to me while he looks around and takes it all in. Then, about 10 minutes later, he's ready to explore and there is no holding him back. It's fun to watch him go from unsure to totally confident and ready to explore everything. He looks back for occasional encouragement or support, or maybe he's just making sure I'm ok, but regardless I love to see his little confident independent side come out. But I also love those 10 minutes that he clings to me too :) He's like a little monkey climbing as high up into my arms as possible and wrapping his arms and legs around me. Can't argue with that!

This is a picture from the water parks website. They have all these levers, cranks, ropes and steering wheels that turn on the water. There is a huge bucket up top that randomly fills up then dumps all over everything. They also have a splash pad area with fun fountains that Carter loves.

The pool is zero entry so Carter can walk in and out of as he pleases. He also does really well walking in the water. We met friends there today and she was commenting on how well Carter walks in the water all by himself. He did get knocked down by the big bucket dumping but he was a trooper and took it so well! He loves the water! Not only is this place super fun but it also makes for good naps! Look how sleepy he looks!

Today we met Mel and her almost 4 year old Chase there. Chase was so cute with Carter! He was so gentle with him and would gently tickle his hand or foot. It was so cute! Mel and Chase loved the lazy river.

It's so fun to have people to see and things to do on the weekend! This water park is so fun and super close to our house and super super cheap. I have a feeling we'll be there a lot this summer. It's too bad the weekend hours are super close to nap time though. We were only able to stay for an hour today before Carter was way ready for his nap. Mel and Chase stayed for 3+ hours - they had so much fun!

While summers in Arizona might be really hot at least we have fun places to go play! It is a far cry from our weekends in Flagstaff! Next weekend I think we might go check out the aquarium. Love love love living in Gilbert again!