We visited the Mall of America this weekend along with five thousand Girl Scouts. I have to admit, I’ve never seen the mall so packed and it made me a little nervous. Elisabeth has been experimenting with her independence. She’ll hold my hand for a few minutes but then she wants to let go to investigate whatever strikes her fancy.
I love that she’s becoming more independent, BUT if she gets lost she’ll never hear her name being called. I guess if there was a best time to get lost it would be when the mall is overrun with Girl Scouts. I wonder if there’s a lost and found badge?
I try to tell myself not to worry but she’s this fast:
Of the one hundred photos I took, this is the least blurry.
Okay, I did get a few non-blurry ones:
I loved this window display with her name in it. I must have taken 30 pictures here, I caught this one while she was resting.
On our way out, we had to walk by the Lego store. Someone who shall remain nameless (though I call her “Elisabeth”) couldn’t just walk by, she had to stop in and play for a few minutes.
Together, we built a colorful tower. When we were done, she pulled each of the pieces apart and put them back where they belong. What a good girl, I just wish she’d do that at home too!
We made one last stop on the way out of the mall to look at the fancy dresses.
I think Elisabeth may have picked out her high school prom dress already. Now to catch her!
We eventually made it out of the mall. No one got lost, except for the car, but that was my fault.
She is cute.
All the moms of daughters should tell you right now to start building that extra closet for Isla. She’s 100% fashionista with a great sense of style !
She is wearing her favorite outfit, a purple velour dress with leopard print pants. Forget the cutesy animals on the rear, she’s all about the big girl clothes now. I’ll have Chris get to work on that closet!
Love the shot of her in front of the store with Elisabeth in it’s name!
What wonderful memories to build with your daughter. I love the lego store story. So typical, my grands will always do their chores here….not so much at home.lol beautiful pictures.
Love the leopard print tights — haha! She’s not a baby any more — when did that happen??? Great photos! Especially the sparkly dresses
She is absolutely precious! You have to be one, proud mama
I’m so happy that she didn’t get away from you.
Looks like you had a great time with her. i love her purple dress.
She is precious! I always had to, and still do sometimes, watch my son when we are at places like the mall and other public places. He’s very trusting and has no problem running off on a whim! They sure do have a way of keeping us always on our feet!