Traveling the other day with the family, we were in JFK air port and of course a bathroom trip was necessary. M had E and I had MHM. After changing him I had to go so he was balanced on my hip as securely as possible. I found a ledge for the carry-on so I proceeded.
Mind you, our wonderful 1.5 yr old still has his Chuchi and needs it for calming. These chuchies are ever disappearing and on vacation we just had a couple and couldn't afford to loose one. So he had it in his mouth as I was in mid-stream it happened...
He whipped his head abruptly from left to right and I saw it happen in super slow motion. He let go of the chuchi and it arced through the air. Fearing the loss of a necessary piece of equipment, with my NOW free hand tried to grab it. Now parts of me were now unrestrained but the fear of losing this was greater than the worry of what might happen. There was a moment where I thought I had as complete success as possible for the situation but then it passed as the chuchi deflected off my hand and continued on an altered course. At that moment, I felt a sense of loss and failure. Then I was remotely aware that I had now gotten moist from untold motion and figured that it would blend with the juice that only minutes ago flowed freely from E's sippy cup. After a valiant try, the chuchi did at least come to rest on the top edge of the urinal stopping most quickly behind the fill pipe. It looked moderately clean so I was as happy as possible for the moment. I gathered my composure and finished my business. I quickly washed my hands and doused the chuchi with copious amounts of soap, stuck it in the carry-on and retrieved the back-up from my pocket and went on my way to the boarding gate with not a mention to M as I decided that I Must write about this....
Done.
Friday, July 17, 2009
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Independence Day
Both E and MHM are sure trying to assert their independence of late. E is growing quickly and becoming quite a little lady. She is trying to help with MHM but really wants to have a say in what is happening about her. MHM is just budding everyday a bit more. He is talking more and communicating quite well. NoooWaaay! or NO! or Okay! these are his favorites for now but he is putting lots of words together and certainly knows what he wants when asked a question.
July 4th was somewhat typical this year for us. M, E, MHM and I went up what I thought was early on Thursday but found out that everyone else also had Friday off. As I have been a government worker for now 11 weeks now and for the foreseeable future, I had some extra time on my hands. Well anyway, we went up after the kiddies got out of school. After dinner, the car was loaded and I was wishing for a quick change in the weather. Thursday was as fore casted though I was hopeful for better. As we drove north, the temperature dropped and upon arriving at the cottage, I had to turn the heat on. The kids were wound up and it was difficult to get them settled down. I am sure that this is the first time being there really registered with him as he is now mobile and just loves toolin' around somewhere new. With the kids finally down, M and i watched a bit of TV and had some drinks to relax. It was nice to be there.
Friday morning started cold, breezy and mostly cloudy. The expected sunshine would have to wait for most of the day to arrive. I wanted to go get do-do's with one of the kids. M suggested E so we set off. E wanted to walk so we did. We got to TOP's and she lit up when faced with all the delicious varieties. We chose 6 and started for home. They were well received by MHM and E of course had to have hers on the way home.
After Breakfast, M and E went to the Craft fair while MHM napped. E got some neat stuff and a promise if she was well behaved that she could get some doll clothes for DeeDee the next day. After lunch GPa and GMa came so we played around the house then M made a nice Nacho dinner. We had noticed a sign on C.R. 400 that the local Fireworks were to be Friday night so we made sure the kids were rested and fed well before going to D & W's for the big show. By 7pm, the weather had changed and it was indeed a glorious evening. We got to D & W's after 9 and enjoyed their company. The kids were running around all crazy, MHM with his new Light Sabre and E with all kinds of kid energy. A bit later B & A showed up with A's family so there were lots of kids and it was a really fun time. The Fireworks were great and the mosquitoes weren't too bad.
Saturday the 4th was a very nice day as well. I did get MHM out for a 4 mile run in the morning while M and E went back as promised for the doll clothes. M had purchased some party supplies so we had some nice decorations for the porch to make it a bit more festive. We had burgers and Hot dogs and later we had a bon fire with GMa, GPa and some of D.P's family. All in all it was a nice day.
Sunday we went to St. James for church for a last minute decision as O.L.O.L. had a different schedule. Upon returning, I took MHM again for a run which he really seems to enjoy. M and E did a craft of chocolate making and GPa worked with a nice guy on the old car to get it running. Finally in the afternoon, it was running so B went for a couple rides. We had a visit from D & W and after all was finished, finally got a ride with E in the old car as far as the cemetery when it quit. J was a bit uneasy with the situation but E and L were in the back seat just giggling up a storm. A came with a vehicle so we towed it home and that more or less ended the weekend. We stayed up until Monday morning then headed back to Lansing where I could resume my government work.
July 4th was somewhat typical this year for us. M, E, MHM and I went up what I thought was early on Thursday but found out that everyone else also had Friday off. As I have been a government worker for now 11 weeks now and for the foreseeable future, I had some extra time on my hands. Well anyway, we went up after the kiddies got out of school. After dinner, the car was loaded and I was wishing for a quick change in the weather. Thursday was as fore casted though I was hopeful for better. As we drove north, the temperature dropped and upon arriving at the cottage, I had to turn the heat on. The kids were wound up and it was difficult to get them settled down. I am sure that this is the first time being there really registered with him as he is now mobile and just loves toolin' around somewhere new. With the kids finally down, M and i watched a bit of TV and had some drinks to relax. It was nice to be there.
Friday morning started cold, breezy and mostly cloudy. The expected sunshine would have to wait for most of the day to arrive. I wanted to go get do-do's with one of the kids. M suggested E so we set off. E wanted to walk so we did. We got to TOP's and she lit up when faced with all the delicious varieties. We chose 6 and started for home. They were well received by MHM and E of course had to have hers on the way home.
After Breakfast, M and E went to the Craft fair while MHM napped. E got some neat stuff and a promise if she was well behaved that she could get some doll clothes for DeeDee the next day. After lunch GPa and GMa came so we played around the house then M made a nice Nacho dinner. We had noticed a sign on C.R. 400 that the local Fireworks were to be Friday night so we made sure the kids were rested and fed well before going to D & W's for the big show. By 7pm, the weather had changed and it was indeed a glorious evening. We got to D & W's after 9 and enjoyed their company. The kids were running around all crazy, MHM with his new Light Sabre and E with all kinds of kid energy. A bit later B & A showed up with A's family so there were lots of kids and it was a really fun time. The Fireworks were great and the mosquitoes weren't too bad.
Saturday the 4th was a very nice day as well. I did get MHM out for a 4 mile run in the morning while M and E went back as promised for the doll clothes. M had purchased some party supplies so we had some nice decorations for the porch to make it a bit more festive. We had burgers and Hot dogs and later we had a bon fire with GMa, GPa and some of D.P's family. All in all it was a nice day.
Sunday we went to St. James for church for a last minute decision as O.L.O.L. had a different schedule. Upon returning, I took MHM again for a run which he really seems to enjoy. M and E did a craft of chocolate making and GPa worked with a nice guy on the old car to get it running. Finally in the afternoon, it was running so B went for a couple rides. We had a visit from D & W and after all was finished, finally got a ride with E in the old car as far as the cemetery when it quit. J was a bit uneasy with the situation but E and L were in the back seat just giggling up a storm. A came with a vehicle so we towed it home and that more or less ended the weekend. We stayed up until Monday morning then headed back to Lansing where I could resume my government work.
Monday, July 6, 2009
In the Sweet Old Summertime
Here it is July 6th and so far it has been a very cold Spring and Summer. A week or so ago, in a moment without KID TV, I was flipping the channels and happened across an old film with Judy Garland. The name caught my attention so I thought I'd see what it was about. It was a comedy but unfortunately I didn't have time to really watch it.
It seems though that summer has finally come to us in Michigan. Glen Lake this year was very nice. the weather literally on either side of our week was poopy so we were truly blessed with great weather. This year, M, E, MHM and I stayed in a single cabin on the grounds. The kids have some difficulty sleeping so we really didn't want to be a burden on others. The cabin was quaint and probably not up to the standards of many people. As first I looked at it, I wrinkled my nose but then rationalized that had we been in another state on our own for vacation, I would have thought it charming and cozy. The difference is that the rest of the family were in the familiar newer, cleaner and modern units. It really turned out just fine and we never did see any bugs that would not have been in any of the other units. We had fun but are assuredly looking for the larger unit next year. Cozy it certainly was!
The week included many hours on the beach and in the water. The kids loved the sand and by week end, could not be dragged from the water. The kids had so much fun playing with their friends with so many things to do. I tried several times to get E out on either a kayak or paddle boat but no going. Thankfully she loved uncle S's boat and both she and MHM got out back with me on the tube and went for a ride. One morning, we headed to Glen Haven to the beach there for some rock hunting and of course sand castles. We were able to bury cousin J up to his neck with GMa's help and had a very nice time. Another morning we endeavoured to go to the Dune Climb. I went up with MHM to over the first big hump but he seemed to want to go so I turned around to see what M and E were up to. E decided she didn't want to play anywhere other than the base of the dune so we did that for a bit then headed to the shade for a picnic. Uncle B, GMa, J and L did a bit more hiking but finally caught up with us on the Pierce Stocking drive where E was a bit more interested to play while MHM slept in the car. On Friday M and I got the kids ready early and were at the Putt Putt by 10 am. We figured this would be the best for us and it turned out very well. with a 1 1/2 and a 3yr old, we were happy to make it through the first nine holes mostly uninterrupted. After hole nine, we took a rest and ate some popcorn and MHM and I watched some pipe fitters work with an excavator putting in a sewage system, MHM loved all that! M and E played some games (mostly running and jumping) on the rest of the course and ultimately we all got to the end with good behavior by all.
M was very nice to me and helped me get away for 3 1/2 hrs to do the kayak trip down the Crystal river which was certainly a highlight for me. I was able to get out for one and maybe two runs with MHM, (I don't quite remember) and also took E souvenir shopping where I got them both a hat and a sign for their bedroom door and E got an outdoor throwing toy at my gentle urging.
The evenings were nice with someone else on duty for dinner each night. They were all fabulous meals and the deserts even better. Several times, M broke out some craft stuff to keep the kids busy and I believe all activities went over well. As I am sure some of the moms and myself included, thank you for doing it M!
Next topics are 4th of July then Maine....
Yeah!
It seems though that summer has finally come to us in Michigan. Glen Lake this year was very nice. the weather literally on either side of our week was poopy so we were truly blessed with great weather. This year, M, E, MHM and I stayed in a single cabin on the grounds. The kids have some difficulty sleeping so we really didn't want to be a burden on others. The cabin was quaint and probably not up to the standards of many people. As first I looked at it, I wrinkled my nose but then rationalized that had we been in another state on our own for vacation, I would have thought it charming and cozy. The difference is that the rest of the family were in the familiar newer, cleaner and modern units. It really turned out just fine and we never did see any bugs that would not have been in any of the other units. We had fun but are assuredly looking for the larger unit next year. Cozy it certainly was!
The week included many hours on the beach and in the water. The kids loved the sand and by week end, could not be dragged from the water. The kids had so much fun playing with their friends with so many things to do. I tried several times to get E out on either a kayak or paddle boat but no going. Thankfully she loved uncle S's boat and both she and MHM got out back with me on the tube and went for a ride. One morning, we headed to Glen Haven to the beach there for some rock hunting and of course sand castles. We were able to bury cousin J up to his neck with GMa's help and had a very nice time. Another morning we endeavoured to go to the Dune Climb. I went up with MHM to over the first big hump but he seemed to want to go so I turned around to see what M and E were up to. E decided she didn't want to play anywhere other than the base of the dune so we did that for a bit then headed to the shade for a picnic. Uncle B, GMa, J and L did a bit more hiking but finally caught up with us on the Pierce Stocking drive where E was a bit more interested to play while MHM slept in the car. On Friday M and I got the kids ready early and were at the Putt Putt by 10 am. We figured this would be the best for us and it turned out very well. with a 1 1/2 and a 3yr old, we were happy to make it through the first nine holes mostly uninterrupted. After hole nine, we took a rest and ate some popcorn and MHM and I watched some pipe fitters work with an excavator putting in a sewage system, MHM loved all that! M and E played some games (mostly running and jumping) on the rest of the course and ultimately we all got to the end with good behavior by all.
M was very nice to me and helped me get away for 3 1/2 hrs to do the kayak trip down the Crystal river which was certainly a highlight for me. I was able to get out for one and maybe two runs with MHM, (I don't quite remember) and also took E souvenir shopping where I got them both a hat and a sign for their bedroom door and E got an outdoor throwing toy at my gentle urging.
The evenings were nice with someone else on duty for dinner each night. They were all fabulous meals and the deserts even better. Several times, M broke out some craft stuff to keep the kids busy and I believe all activities went over well. As I am sure some of the moms and myself included, thank you for doing it M!
Next topics are 4th of July then Maine....
Yeah!
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