Done

I am going to the pool with the kids.
I am going to watch Petite Java jump off the side
slide down the slide
just be happy that they are home
play in the pool
make a great dinner
enjoy summer
stop being pissed about days prior

UGHH

Information from my Kids after being away

• Peitite Java learned some negative things about Rockobomba
• So did Blue Java
• Yes they told them that he is only the Pres. by one vote
• The kids each cried at least once for us but didn't call
• Pepsi and Dr. Pepper were the drinks of choice
• It feels better to cover all of your bug bites with band aids
• Pepto and Pepsi is a new remedy for a tummy ache

Seriously

I love how my kids do not call when they are away and my in-laws don't call me either.
This is another reason why they drive me crazy.
Maybe they should answer the phone.

To Grandma's House they GO

Ok so I am meeting Grande's parents half way today to give them the kids until Monday.
I packed a minimum amount of clothes, 2 swimsuits, Blue Java's cell phone and charger, and a checklist so everything comes back.
I went with soft cotton dresses that can handle stains and can live without Pretreater.
Blue Java has just enough shorts and shirts.
Grande's mom in years past has "lost" clothes only to have them reappear years later. Yes years later, she will offer Blue Java size 3 undies with Bob the Builder, or size 4 swim trunks that no longer fit. OR another shirt from who knows where, that she will swear is yours and you know for a fact it isn't bc you wouldn't never spend money on such an item.
When you call as soon as you realize the items are missing she has no idea what you are talking about.
I'm supposed to pack sweatshirts for the beach but am having trouble finding one for Petite. Blue Java has a couple of cheesy beach hooodies with the name of the beach on the back(they purchased and Petite doesn't have sweatshirts). She has a white monogrammed sweater but it will not come back white.
And I do not like it when my MIL washes the kids clothes. She uses the wrong detergent and lots of fabric softener. Blue Java needs Free and Clear for his sensitive skin, and for obvious reasons we do not use Fabric Softener on Underware for anyone!!
Off we go!

Observations from a Water Park

My Personal thoughts not exactly PC, Observations

• IF you can think it, someone can tattoo it
• One woman had stars tatooed from her boobs to her waist down the side
• I wanted to salute her-not really
• There are many many types of swimwear out there
• I don't think it is necessary to accessorize at a water park
• In some homes it is appropriate to grab your moms boob and jiggle it to get her attention(the kid was around 6)
• Unless there is a medical reason A CHILD OVER 7 should not wear a swim vest to go down the slides, they should be in swim lessons.
• I am sure that made someone mad
• Locker Rentals are 10 bucks with a $10 deposit! We took our chances and left our bags on our table
• A day in water=a good nights sleep

When in Rome....

Earlier in the week when we went hiking Petite Java and I were far far behind. She was also wearing Mary Jane Crocs which added to the delay.
The past few days have been rainy so we did some local shopping at Wal-Mart and stopped at a consignment store.
I bought Petite Java Nerf sandals with several velcro straps from the boys section and scored a Maya Black Sling at the Consignment Store for $15(I have two backpack carriers at home but didn't bring either so I wasn't going to purchase a third).This is the part that's out of the box for me. I was definately a baby wearer but never interested in the sling. I have looked online twice and did a practice run to make sure she is secure. Keep your fingers crossed.
I am going to wear her on my back in the sling when she gets tired and after promising that she only has to wear the shoes hiking and in the river she tearfully put them on.
We are leaving soon to go Hike Hike Hiking, Hiking in the woods-my new favorite song.
We are quite the trio in our mountain gear. Blue Java loves his Camel Back and any opportuinity he has to use it. It was his favorite birthday gift last year.
We will leave on Saturday to see Grande Java and then off to Great Wolf on Sunday.

Mountain Life

The kids are having a great time on our mountain vacation.
Petite Java is a fashion model hiking the trails and Blue Java has an outdoor gene that must be from a distant relative bc it is not from his parents.
Grande Java did not make the trip for the week but we are meeting him at a surprise destination for the kids.
We have seen snakes, deer, frogs, a large snapping turtle, beavers,woodchucks, and caught trout.
We have been hiking, and let the kids take breaks in the river. Today we took them to a gem mine and they loved it.
We are with another family and having a great time.
The big kids have been given some freedom here as we are in a gated community with only one entrance. Today we let them walk together, with a cell phone of course. They were promptly back minutes before their ETA.
Everyone is getting along great, there were three families here over the weekend and we are now back to our usual two.
Life is good, but would probably be less exhausting if Grande Java were here-well maybe not!!