Page 1: In a bustling daycare in Fort Worth, little Blakely played, unaware of the surprise awaiting her. Outside, Grandma and Grandpa’s car pulled up, ready for a special trip.
Page 2: “We’re off to Colorado Springs!” Grandma announced, lifting Blakely into the car. Blakely’s eyes sparkled with excitement as they started their journey.
Page 3: On the road, Blakely saw amazing sights. She pointed at windmill farms whirling in the wind and cows grazing peacefully in the fields.
Page 4: TThe journey was fun and seemed to zoom by quickly. Blakely laughed and played, making the hours fly. But there was an unexpectedly long pit stop in Wichita Falls, turning into a little adventure of its own.
Page 5: In Colorado Springs, a cozy cabin awaited them. Blakely loved the warm, snuggly feeling inside, watching the snowflakes dance outside the window.
Page 6: Grandma showed Blakely videos of playful doggies on her phone. “Remember, don’t touch the phone, or the doggies will go away,” she said with a wink.
Page 7: Blakely tried hard not to touch the phone. She watched, fascinated, as the doggies jumped and played on the screen.
Page 8: At snack time, Blakely held her grapes close. But then she thought of the sharing doggies on the phone and offered some to Tia Laura and Tio Eric.
Page 9: Later, she counted her fruit loops. “One, two, three…” Blakely counted, almost reaching five. “Great counting!” cheered her family.
Page 10: Each day, Blakely practiced tracing her ABCs, her tiny fingers following the letters. “A, B, C,” she murmured, focused and determined.
Page 11: On New Year’s Eve, they celebrated the arrival of 2024. “This is even better than last year in Little Rock!” Blakely clapped her hands, excited.
Page 12: As they cuddled in the cabin, Blakely whispered, “I hope we do this every year.” Her family hugged her close, sharing smiles and dreams.
Page 13: Blakely fell asleep, dreaming of windmills, cows, and doggies, feeling loved and happy. Her heart was full of the joy of family and the promise of more adventures.