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Thursday, March 25, 2010

Praha

Last weekend we took a short trip to Prague in the Czech Republic to wander the streets, view the beautiful city, and treat ourselves to an early birthday present. It was quite wonderful! We checked into our charming hotel, relaxed for a minute, then quickly hit the streets. We didn't have time to waste since it was just a short visit. Our first stop was at the Municipal House in Republic Square. This is a famous Art Nouveau building that holds the best concerts in the city. Although we did not go to a concert here, we were able to eat dinner at an elegant restaurant located within to eat the traditional Czech meal, which wasn't much different than a German meal.

Here we are enjoying our dinner.

While eating, we were treated to traditional Czech music that Addison just loved!

Most of our pictures from this evening were very dark...for some reason I just can't seem to hold the camera still enough for the flash and we didn't bother taking out our gorillapod.

So, the following day we headed out on foot to the Old Town Square and saw the amazing Astronomical Clock and watched the clock strike past the hour as Jesus and His Apostles perform from the clock tower.


Then, we continued on to Charles Bridge that crosses over Vltava River and connects to the Prague Castle. Before crossing, we stepped aside and took this great shot of the castle in the background. And, you see my sweet baby sleeping!

View from the castle looking down.

One of the many beautiful doors at the Castle.


We saw and enjoyed much much more, but this post would be too long for more pictures and details. We loved every moment in this gothic, yet romantic city in Bohemia.

6 comments:

Alainarae said...

I love the last picture with the red balloon. Do you guys have that movie? We should burn it and send you a copy if you don't. It's one of Milo's all time favorites. The Street Adam is walking down with Addison reminds me of the movie. Looks like you guys aren't wasting time living the good life since you've been back! Happy Birthday, you two!

Trent and Cassie Starnes said...

How exciting!! It looks like ya'll had a fabulous time! Love Addison sleeping ... He is getting so big!! Also, love your little bump ... So, any update yet??

Mike and Sonila Wood said...

Lauren, I just saw your blog. I love the pictures. We love you guys so much and you know Ill miss you when you move.
love, Soni

Shaun and Kelli said...

Awesome pictures. One more incredible place, I'm so jealous of all these adventures you guys are taking. Addison looks like he enjoys it as well. What a sweet boy. They grow up fast. Tell Adam I said hello. Glad you guys are doing great!!!

Miranda said...

I am not sure if I have told you, but I think it all the time - You guys are seriously one of the most beautiful families I know! And I am feeling a little funny about the comment I made to you about how good you looked in your jeans that day - when I say I have a crush on you, it means I am jealous!! You guys look great over there - europe sure is good to you! :)

Gage & Jessica said...

Great pictures!