The Garden D'lights at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens is probably the best discovery since sliced bread. We love it! It has become tradition (two times makes tradition, right?) for us to meet our friends the Mullens there during the month of December.
These pictures don't do it anywhere near justice because a) we don't know how to take pictures in the dark and b) we neglected to take photos of some of the coolest parts. Basically they convert the entire grounds into a "garden" made strictly out of lights. There are hanging baskets overflowing with "fushias," "lilac bushes" (in the family pic above), a veggie garden with rows of "corn" and "tomato plants." My personal favorite though was the crocosmia to which Graham replied "Of course that's what that one is." Anyway, it is impressive for all kinds, even if you're not into gardening!
Little Miss Hazel was such a dare devil and liked to run "off the beaten path."
Our little puff puff. I don't know if we can even call what she is wearing a coat. A straightjacket would be more fitting. Emma loved the lights and spent the evening pointing and making "I'm excited!" sounds.
Isla and Hazel had a blast literally running around the trails (the loop goes really quickly when you are jogging!) We warmed up afterwards with cocoa and cookies at the Mullen's lovely Kirkland abode.
So, if you're looking for fun, family-friendly and financially-affordable activities, just consult Senior Crozier. Seriously, this man knows how to get us out and seeing the city and his ideas are amazing!
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