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brideonjuly8
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Should we take DS to Seattle wedding?
brideonjuly8
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Assuming kids are welcome at the wedding.
DH and I are flying to Seattle in June for my cousins wedding, and I'm still unsure if we should take DS with us. I'm not sure exactly how long we're staying, but probably about 4 days, maybe 5.
My family is thinking about renting a big condo or house, so I don't think there would be a hotel expense.
I just don't know what to do. He'd be the only kid there with our family. I just don't know how kid-friendly Seattle is and if everyone else would want to do the kid-friendly stuff we would need/want to do if DS came along. Taking a toddler along is a much added hassle/expense (obviously we would have to buy a seat for him on the flight) for traveling, but I'm sure he would be good and have fun.
We just got back from KS for a week with this family, so it's not like he hasn't seen them recently. DH and I likely won't be taking any trips next year, so this would really be all we do. DS could easily stay here with my in laws, who have already offered if we decide not to take him.
So, WWYD?
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Re: Should we take DS to Seattle wedding?
Leave him! I figure it this way - he'll have a great time either way. Going on a trip with mom and dad or staying with Grandma and Grandpa, its a win-win for the kid.
But you guys would probably have a much better time without him.
Agreed!
Yes, take him! Seattle is so kid-friendly that I'm having I seriously pare down my activity wish list for our week long trip in February. There are so many awesome things to do with kids there, most of which are adult friendly as well. The aquarium, Pike Place, Science Center, Ballard Locks, Woodland Park Zoo, Greenlake, the big REI, Seattle Public Library, ferry rides to any of the islands, the list goes on....
I personally enjoy traveling more with DD than without, and I'm definitely biased in regards to Seattle because I grew up there but I would def not leave DD at home.
We've been in Seattle with and without DSS, who is also much older. While it was fun doing some stuff with him- Space Needle, Music Museum, Alkai Beach, etc, the winery and brewery tours were infinitely more fun! (Hello, Chateau St Michelle and Red Hook
)
At his age it really wouldn't be that entertaining. He wouldn't have fun at Pike Place, it's too cold to swim at the beach, and the Space Needle is pretty darn chilly with good views.
I agree with everyone else-- go and have some enjoyable adult time. There are tons of incredible restaurants and gorgeous sights.
It sounds like a perfect little get away for you and DH, is it possible to leave him behind (aside from Seattle being kid friendly, etc.?)
If you're hesitant with arrangements on leaving him here then I'd take him.
Yep!
Having braved many a wedding with the children now, I've ultimately decided I would have a much more enjoyable experience if I were able to go without them. I rarely get to talk to adults or enjoy the food or really catch up with anyone. I spend the entire 3-5 hours trying to keep Abby from wandering off and keep Emily from eating anything with egg or nuts in it.
Personally, I would take them but try to make other arrangements for the wedding itself. But that's because I have left my kids twice in the last year and I don't plan to do it again anytime soon. 5 days away from my kids is even too much for me.