Summer Vacations 2009: Palm Springs Edition

The first weekend of June was our annual Paul Family Palm Springs vacation. We stayed at an amazing resort called the Marriott Shadowridge and it is by far one of my favorite places we've ever stayed. Not only was it brand new, but it was so kid friendly and located right by everything: restaurants, malls, etc. As soon as we arrived, we changed into our swimsuits and headed directly for one of the pools, which happened to have the greatest little toddler water-park (pictured below):

Our favorite Ruth's Chris is in Palm Springs, so we all got dressed up to go on our first night there, including Mackenna. Little did we know that this time our dinner would be extra special...
...and seated right next to us would be Mc Steamy (from Grey's Anatomy, on the left in a light blue shirt) and his wife, who just happened to be on a double date with Dr. Jason Diamond (from Dr. 90210, back to the camera) and his wife.
The next day, of course, we swam all day. Mackenna's a great little swimmer now and it's so nice that now I can just put her floaties on and relax by the pool. Nana has been giving her swim lessons and she's catching on really quickly:
At breakfast with her little friend, Madison:
Then more swimming:

At the outdoor mall with Madison and Grandma Kathy:

Our attempt at a nice family photo (Steve looks fine, Mackenna's having a breakdown because I made her sit by me instead of with Grandma Kathy, and I look very surprised for some reason):

One of the views from our hotel room:

another view (of one of the pools) from our hotel room:
We were sad to leave and wished we could've stayed longer, but we're so greatful to have such great in-laws and friends to take us on such fun vacations. Can't wait for next year!