It was Cassie's first trip and our first time traveling with the two of them by airplane. We managed well and the girls did great. We really ran them ragged and every night was a late night for them. They were such troopers! I think one evening Taylor was up until 1am since we had been hanging out at a friend's house all night! So amazed that we seem to have been blessed with two easy-going travelers. I think we may have seen some direct "bad" behavior for a few nights after we were back in MN, but all in all the girls did amazing.
On to the pictures!
Catching some grub in the Dallas airport on our way to Austin. Taylors first soft pretzel.
The next day (Friday), catching some lunch and shopping at the University Co-op at Daddy's school.Cassie enjoying the stroll:
Taking a break near the UT Tower:
Al and his little ladies in front of the Tower:
Always need to take a picture with the larger-than-life Bevo! Taylor sporting her brand new UT shirt that she needed for the game Saturday.
Friday night our friends Scott and Tanya (and their daughters Samantha and Sidney) were gracious enough to have some friends over at their new place and grill some burgers. We got to spend some quality time with a handful of friends and Cassidy got to meet her fellow Gemini friend, Addison, who is only 10 days younger than her.They hit it right off, Addison felt so comfortable with Cassie that she promptly started to eat her foot. Now that's love! I know Addison, I know, I can't help it either...
Pajama time at the Bradley house!
I'm surprised I don't have more pictures of Taylor playing with Samantha, they had a riot all night long. It even spilled into the street (or sidewalk) as we were leaving at 11:30 that night, Taylor and Sam decided it was a good time to take a midnight run in the neighborhood. It was a little hard to "yell" after them when you don't want to disturb the peace! 
Cassie seemed to be a natural, helping herself to mommy's Miller Lite immediately. ;)
Party animal!!!
Game video:
This one is my favorite. I'm sure when Al was attending the University of Texas as a social 18 year old, he never imagined that he would be back there someday as a 33 year old with his 3-year old daughter, being told to "walk like a birdy" amongst all the other students. I had a good laugh at his expense. :)
Pajama time at the Bradley house!
I'm surprised I don't have more pictures of Taylor playing with Samantha, they had a riot all night long. It even spilled into the street (or sidewalk) as we were leaving at 11:30 that night, Taylor and Sam decided it was a good time to take a midnight run in the neighborhood. It was a little hard to "yell" after them when you don't want to disturb the peace! We're just happy they had so much fun.
The next morning we tried to sleep in, but that hardly happens. We got ready and made a stop at our old tailgate to see some of the early risers.
It wasn't long before Taylor wanted to take a quick cat nap:
It wasn't long before Taylor wanted to take a quick cat nap:
Cassie seemed to be a natural, helping herself to mommy's Miller Lite immediately. ;) 
Party animal!!! I love this picture because I know it's a face I used to make as a baby as well. It was sweetly named my "hippo" face.
Taylor being the seasoned tailgater now knew how to get right into it. Daddy even made her a little "thrown" in someone's tailgate. Inappropriate? Probably. Funny? Definitely.
Cassie hanging out with Kolin's fiance (as of yesterday!), Alexis. She borrowed the shades from her fashionable friend Addison.
After lunch and a late nap, Al and Taylor actually got to go to the 7:00 football game. The Longhorns had a horrible year and this game was no different, but Taylor was blissfully unaware. There is a short video at the bottom that shows some of her enthusiasm. Gotta love her spirit!
The best part was after I picked them up from the game around 10:00pm, she told me that she saw "a lot of first downs!" and seemed genuinely excited about that. :)
On our last day in Austin, we decided to hit up some Austin favorite hot-spots. Fortunately Taylor and Cassidy both decided to do a little sleeping in.
Taylor in her fun outfit posing with Alexis, I swear she is made for this city. :)
For lunch, Daddy's favorite burrito place, Freebirds. Taylor not sure what all the hype is about yet.
Mommy and Tay having some fun. Taylor actually took this picture! Not bad for a 3 year old!
And doing her best to imitate them...MOOOOOO!!!!
And a little fun for mommy and daddy, making the toddler dizzy:
Next stop, Amy's ice cream! It was actually chilly that day, but that didn't stop Taylor from diving right into her chocolate ice cream with sprinkles!
Mommy and Tay having some fun. Taylor actually took this picture! Not bad for a 3 year old!
Taylor playing with the cow statues:
And doing her best to imitate them...MOOOOOO!!!!
And a little fun for mommy and daddy, making the toddler dizzy:Game video:
This one is my favorite. I'm sure when Al was attending the University of Texas as a social 18 year old, he never imagined that he would be back there someday as a 33 year old with his 3-year old daughter, being told to "walk like a birdy" amongst all the other students. I had a good laugh at his expense. :)
As usual, our trip to Austin was way too short, but we hope to make a longer one out of it next time around. It's always a blast to see everyone and we miss the city (and all of our friends there) terribly. Thank goodness we are able to visit as much as we have been!
Until next time, keep it weird Austin! :)
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