Every October World Partners Adoption, the adoption agency I used when adopting Abby, has a big reunion for families to attend. We are very fortunate that the reunion is in the Atlanta area so we have been able to attend each year since Abby came home.
The reunion is always fun and usually the weather in Atlanta in October is amazing. This year proved to be no exception. The weather was simply perfect. They have all kinds of things for the kids (face painting, playground, pony rides, rock climbing wall, and lots of bounce things for the kids to jump in. The only downside for Abby is they also have lots of people dressed up as characters. This has been a big fear for her since the first time she saw someone dressed up (she was one year old at the time). She was absolutely terrified of the guy (girl?) who was dressed up as Sponge Bob. I can't say I blame her. These things usually have huge heads, skinny arms, and don't speak a word. Aside from this though, we had a great time! It is always good to see old friends or meet new ones.
Abby's favorite event was the pony ride. Last year she was a little frightened by the ponies but this year she loved riding them (and did so without my help!)
Even though Sponge Bob was scary, Abby did not mind Cinderella painting her face. I remember the lady dressed as Cinderella from last year. She was really great with the kids.
After all the jumping, running, and playing, my girl was completely worn out.