April 2. Neighbours massive tree fell across the yard, stripping all the branches off 1 side of our spruce tree.
April 3-11. Las Vegas, Nevada Vow Renewal!!
Day 1- April 3. We drove to Grand Forks so we could take advantage of the huge savings by flying to Las Vegas on Allegiant Air. This pic is the cookie from the Kid Pack that you can get on the plane. Shireen did such a good job making it colourful. =D
Day 2- April 4. Arrived in Las Vegas and checked into the MGM Grand. Our suite was awesome with a huge jacuzzi and a view that overlooked the Hooter's Hotel and Mandalay Bay Hotel.
Day 2- April 4.. Weather wasn't the greatest (cloudy, chilly, and windy), but we found ways to heat it up. LOL
Day 3- April 5. Happy Anniversary!! Celebrating our 24th Anniversary, we went to the Chapel Of the Bells to renew our vows! This is the same Chapel that Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos where married.
Day 3- April 5. After renewing our vows, we enjoyed dinner at the Stratosphere hotel's rotating restaurant "Top of the World"!
What an incredible view of Las Vegas!!
Followed by an amazing romantic Vegas sunset and ending with a spectacular scenic view overlooking the lights of Vegas!
Day 3- April 5. Our night concluded with some intimate time and great memories at Taboo Ultra Lounge.
Day 4- April 6. Jetted off to Reno, in northern Nevada for a very romantic honeymoon! Here is a pic of Shireen getting very friendly with one of the locals LOL.
Day 5- April 7. Amazing what Nevada has to offer =D
In Carson City, we discovered the famous Moonlight Bunny Ranch which is featured on the HBO show Cathouse!! During our tour, we got to briefly meet 1 of the stars - Brooke Taylor.
I think Shireen wanted to apply! To be a TV star, what are you thinking? LOL
Day 5- April 7. Lake Tahoe is so breathtaking and serene.
Day 6- April 8. Back to Vegas!!
With a 4 leaf clover in our fancy room at the Excalibur, I just know I am going to get lucky. haha
Fully refreshed from our honeymoon, we are off to enjoy the sights and fun of Vegas!
Day 6- April 8. Enjoyed some hilarious entertainment at the show of "Terry Fator with his cast of thousands" (but we only saw a few)!
Day 7- April 9. Following the AC/DC concert, we partied and danced the night away at this Mexican club until they closed!
What a fantastic time!
Day 8- April 10. Garth Brooks in concert at the Encore Hotel in Las Vegas. The security and scalper prevention were in full force for Garth's concert. Since pictures and videos weren't allowed to be taken, the only pic they allowed was before the performance.
But I've posted the best combination of a video below - Terry Fator doing a Garth Brooks impersonation. =)
Day 9- April 11. Just after sunrise in Las Vegas, we flew back to Grand Forks. Super Shireen drove all the way back to Winnipeg!! I slept most of the way, ooops!
Day 9- April 11.Whew, we managed to make it back before they closed the highway due to flooding. A week after this pic was taken, the highway was closed for 35 days!
April 12. Zhayna is so happy to be able to relax with us at home again. Thank you very much Kherri for putting up with our dog when we are away!
April 14.The kids went to a lot of work to throw us a surprise party to celebrate our Anniversary and my birthday! They are such awesome young adults! Not only did they decorate, but had an amazing cake created! Luv you guys, that was so special! ?
April 16. Hanging around the house, helping Zhayna perfect her Circus tricks!
April 18. Drove out to Lockport to watch the water race through the locks. And of course to stop off at the Half Moon for a treat! =D
April 20. While hanging out at the Forks, Shireen ran into Nikita, an old friend.
April 21. Manitoba Moose Hockey Game Manitoba Moose lose to Hamilton Bulldogs 5-4 in double overtime!
April 23. Suntanning in the back yard enjoying a super nice day!
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