Eve's Birthday/Christmas Fun - Day 4

 For Eve's birthday afternoon we decided to see the trains at the Botanic Gardens. This is a tradition that I will sorely miss when we move from here. It's so much fun to see the trains going on the tracks and to see all of the other buildings created out of plants. Plus, it only happens during the Christmas season. Hopefully Las Vegas has some cool trains to go and see!

We had to stand in line for a bit - it's loved by all in the area - but it was definitely worth it! This year they had 3 trains that both Reed and Eve love: Thomas, Percy, and James! They were ecstatic each time they saw one of the 3! They didn't want to move from their spot (like every other kid in the room) because they knew that the train would come back. It was a little like pulling teeth to get them to move to the next part of the train room. It was only possible because there were more trains to see (thankfully).

James was going around the big Christmas tree near the entrance to the Botanic Gardens. We had to hold them back (literally) from crossing the rope and touching him. Trains are just so much fun! It was definitely an adventure!

Waiting in line to get in the train room.

I love that some of the trains go over your head!

 This year the theme for the houses and what not was animal-themed. This one is called the Butterfly Abode.

I just thought this was awesome - all made out of plant material!

Waving at Thomas!

They watched for a good while!

Rattlesnake home (I missed the actual name)

L to R: Peacock Palace, Zebra Zone, and Giraffe Garage

The cute little birthday girl!

Pointing out Percy!

Mom and the kids

I think it was supposed to be Eve and me, but Reed turned around at just the right moment!

Homes of Thomas Jefferson (L) and Andrew Johnson (R)

The BIG Christmas tree and 3 squirmy children!

Waving at James.

"Bye bye, James!"