*We saw all of our immediate family members plus a good portion of extended family (on both sides).
*We drove several hours in the car, flew on six planes, and set foot in six states.
*Two of our children had strep throat, one (still) has pneumonia, and one pregnant mommy had the stomach flu. We went to the doctor five times, filled five prescriptions, and took a temperature that was as high as 105.2.
*Mommy unexpectedly flew on the airplane with three kids all by herself for the first time ever (and is quite proud of that accomplishment).
*Aubrie boogie boarded for the first time and also had her first spill, swallowing the salty ocean water (and then nearly puked).
*Daddy traveled to his hometown to attend a special memorial service of his cousin Joe -- who has been more like his brother. Joe was on our first date and acted as Dave's best man at our wedding. We miss him but know he is happier now.
*After the funeral, Daddy met up with Bob, his high school best friend, whom he hasn't seen in a decade -- they even ended up having a slumber party since they were both without their families!
*Our girls enjoyed valuable cousin time on both sides of the family.
*Daddy was able to recreate some of his childhood memories at Carpinteria State Beach with our children and his cousins' children.
It was definitely an eventful time, but we are more than happy to be home. We hope Aubrie's pneumonia heals soon. And, we look forward to finding out the gender of our next baby tomorrow! (Please visit our blog and vote for your guesses)
3 comments:
What a beautiful eulogy for Dave's cousin. a great reminder to take life by the horns and not let it pass you by!
Sounds like a summer of adventure! Wow, so busy. And you are sooo brave to take 3 kids on the plane with you. Glad you are almost all better. Hope Aubrie gets over the hump soon!
It really was a memorable vacation--those memories will last a very long time. Maybe next time I will make it to the beach...it really looks like fun! Let me see, I guess it is a boy!!
The "Step Brothers" Bunk Bed pose is my favorite! It was so nice to see Dave again---and to hear his stories about the "poo-bag."
LOL
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