Gaudi's Casa Vicens

 By far, my favorite sight in Barcelona was Casa Vicens- architect Anthony Gaudis first work. He had been comissioned by a local in 1883 to build a beautiful family home in Barcelona.  At Casa Vicens, there is a series of elements that are seen in his later works, in some cases a little altered but always based on this initial concept, this 'Gaudi before Gaudi'

The day was particularly enjoyable because instead of relying on a guide, Ash, Mandy and I were able to poke around for a few hours, revisiting rooms we particularly liked.. stopping whenever we wanted to take in the beauty without being rushed. Of course the most memorable and exciting thing about it was watching Mandy effortlessly climb 3 flights of stairs, tolerate & enjoy lots of visual stimulation and have the ability to look around without a migraine! So amazed and grateful! 

🌼 My favorite Spanish souvenir 🌼 

 Love the Gaudi marigolds! 

La Sagrada Familia

 When the cornerstone for Barcelona’s La Sagrada Familia, or The Church of the Holy Family, was laid in 1882, the church was supposed to be a typical, neo-gothic church. Instead, the masterpiece of eccentric architect Antoni Gaudí is still under construction — 140 years later. He was a devout believer and wanted every aspect if this basilica to reflect God's nature and the life of Jesus. Needless to say, if ever in Barcelona, this is a must-see! 

My honies and I 

 

The lighting coming in here is just from the sun hitting the stained glass windows ❤️ 

Meanwhile back at the Ranch

These ladies have been having some fun during our absence! We so appreciate everyone who treated them and supported them and loved on them during our trip. Grace celebrated her 15th birthday without most of her family not being around and Grady started a new job days after we left.. working crazy hours during training.. the girls really picked up the slack and took on not only my duties but Dad's as well during training and long hours. These girls are superstars! ❤️ 

          Hanging out with some of their besties!

For a treat Andrew took them out to lunch ♡

♡ Grace's Bday Dad took them out on a fun date! ♡

Miss you all! 4 more days! 

 

 

Getting in our Exercise ♡

 We've been so blessed to have a fairly large fitness area in the basement of the hotel. It's been a excellent place for Mandy to start her physical therapy as well as helping us keep up on our exercise as well!

Day 2 after surgery

Day 6 after surgery