Getting in Touch with our Creative Side
This past weekend we went back to the lake. But this time Branden’s parents joined us for a weekend of fun. They brought Miss. Montana their lab that is a crazy dog about water. We pulled the boat without incident this time. It was a rather boring drive. Garrett enjoyed sitting in his chair in the water throwing rocks and dumping water out of his watering can and bucket. Branden and I did decide that we can not go to the lake without my mom. She takes care of Garrett so I can have a break and spend time at the water. Garrett had fun with all four of his grandparents there to play with. All of us enjoyed the weekend.
We painted with finger paints today and Garrett loved it! I wrapped his highchair with plastic wrap and put a bib on him and let him go to town with his paints. He painted two masterpieces then he was finished. He did wipe his face with his messy hands but no worries. We used non-toxic washable paints. Let the creative juices flow. Of course I took pictures of the event.
Branden is home for the next two weeks and we are happy about that. We leave for our vacation in about 4 weeks. We are driving to Destin, Florida which is about a 13 hour drive. I am not looking forward to it. We have made the drive several times but not with G-Dog. I have received several pieces of advice and welcome anything that might help us out.
I usually can’t wait to go on vacation but not this time. Branden will get away from his job and will be able to relax. But for me, my job is coming with us, so I guess it will be a working vacation. I know how much time everyone will be spending on the beach as we have vacationed with Branden’s family before. And I am usually one of the first ones on the beach with them. But I am thinking to myself, I am not on vacation just on a business trip. Garrett will love the beach and water I have no doubt about that. Where is my time away? While he is napping? Three full hours, if I am lucky? Calgone take me away. I wish that my mom was coming with us. Then, I would truly have the best of both worlds. My baby would be with me and I could enjoy myself and relax knowing that he was taken care of.
I know that when we get there everything will fall into place. Garrett will adjust well and we will all be able to enjoy the beach and recharge. Or at least that is what I am telling myself in my daily affirmation.
Get in touch with your creative side this week, or just eat non toxic paint. Evidently it tastes pretty good.
New pictures are up. Enjoy!
August 1st, 2006 at 10:19 am
We leave two weeks from this weekend! Just wanted to make sure you didn’t have the wrong date in mind….
August 1st, 2006 at 11:44 am
The drive won’t be as bad as you think… That is what I was dreading, but both kids handled it very well. I bought them some new toys for the ride. As they got sick of one they got another, worked nicely. Plus we worked our drive so that they were napping about half the drive each day.
You’ll have a BLAST! We went to San Destin and the kids LOVED it. You’ll be amazed how your needs while on vacation changed. It’s amazing how we change SO much when we become mothers. You’ll see, your greatest joy will be spending time w/ him… you’re not going to miss sitting on the beach like you think. Hope you guys have fun!!
August 2nd, 2006 at 8:46 am
Loved the finger painting! Can Garrett paint something for Mimi? Don’t worry about our trip too much, just try to roll with things. Remember, Nono may not be with us, but there are other grownups that can share time w/Gdog!
I can smell the salt air already…..
August 2nd, 2006 at 4:42 pm
the best advice for taking a long car ride with a toddler, that can throw things, is the GOPHER (available at Walgreens)! you can pick up anything that may hit the floor while sitting in the front seat or use it to tickle the little guy for entertainment purposes. we loved it, and will never take a long car ride with out it again! happy travels!