not this cute anymore!There are a lot of factors that led up to the decision to cancel our trip. The final straw that broke the camel's back was Simon getting super sick. He had a cough before we went camping and it turned into something nasty. I took him to the doc on Monday and his lungs sound bad. He's doing breathing treatments and sleeping a lot. Taking a baby on vacation is hard... but taking a sick baby is just not worth it.
When I plan a trip, I like to have the minute-by-minute itinerary mapped out out. I am not fussy if it doesn't go exactly as planned, but I like to fit in as much excitement as I possibly can. Tomorrow we were supposed to be at the Field Museum in Chicago. And Friday afternoon we were going to see a Cubs game in Wrigley Field. Just thinking about it makes me depressed.
When I plan a vacation, I make sure that every possible detail is taken OFF the calendar at home. Our school year is basically finished- not that we can't learn about anything else, but we worked hard so that we could vacation! Now we have nothing to do here... no responsibilities, no obligations, no nothing. Maybe that's a good thing, but today I feel empty. I should plan something fun, but Simon needs to get better and nothing sounds as exciting as finally meeting Sue the ancient dinosaur.
As Aaron left for work this morning, I told him that I need something to look forward to. He laughed and said, "Cindy comes on Monday-- to live with us-- for the whole summer." I said, "Yeah. That sounds fun." And then he reminded me that we have an awesome 10 year anniversary getaway planned. That sounds fun too, but it's two weeks away. I need something to look forward to TODAY. Folding laundry and making dinner doesn't sound exciting at all. And to make matters worse- today is Pack Meeting for Ben's scouts and I was so looking forward to not being here. In fact, one of the highlights of the trip was skipping out on Pack Meeting.
Sure-- life is still good. In fact, life is great. But today I feel like moping around in my bathrobe and wallowing in my own disappointment. But I won't be too upset because Simon is super cuddly and I just know he will want to wallow with me. This kid is still gorgeous-- even when he's not feeling well. If only he could rub off a little on me today.
you must enlarge the picture to see those eyes.those eyes might be the only thing that could make me happy today.
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OH SO SORRY!!! Poor Simon... :( I hope he gets better very soon so you can get to your vacation soon.
I must say that those eyes are to die for! I pay a lot of money to have eyelashes like his... and they don't even look like that! Seriously, he is dreamy!
I HATE having to cancel a vacation! You are right, there is nothing worse, and I would be depressed too! I don't know if you want a sick baby at the park, but that's where we are headed today-you can join us if you like. Red ridge at 11. Hang in there!
So sorry Simon is sick. I have a child who has to do breathing treatments with every cold and it isn't fun for anyone. Hope he gets better soon and hope you can reschedule soon.
story of my life! sorry you had to cancel your trip its been planned for months now i know. gus has got a little cold too. Little Cough and a runny nose. it doesn't seem to be too bad yet and hopefully it stays that way because slc here we come. Hope simon gets better soon!
the fam pics were taken just outside of boulder at this place called nelson. http://www.ghosttowns.com/states/nv/nelson.html
your boys would love it and they have caves on the way there and the colorado river just beyond it.
hope you cheer up soon. lmk if your sister needs a ride or not.
I'm sorry. I need things to look forward to to get me through the day/week all of the time. Usually a Pork Barbacoa Salad (with a Tres Leches for those extra gloomy days) from Cafe Rio does the trick for me. But you're more creative so I'm sure you'll think of something better... :)
Becky-- that's exactly what I was thinking to cheer me up.. and I am going to take the kids there right now (dinner before pack meeting :)
Here is something to look forward to! I sent you something in the mail! Probably will get there tomorrow or the next day!
So sorry you're bummed. On the positive side--maybe when the trip is rescheduled our schedules will mesh this time. Half full, right?
Oh man! I'm sorry, Janet. THANK YOU for the very sweet video. I loved, loved, loved it! I'm so lucky to have you as my friend.
Janet-
We miss not having you here too. The only thing that make it ok is knowing that you have those vouchers and can visit us later. Tim and I would love to have the whole family out here in the fall or if just you and Simon want to come chill with Abigail and me in August or September that would be a blast too! If nothing else, we are looking forward to seeing the whole Clawson gang in August for Kev's wedding. Tell Simon not to grow up too much before then.
Heehee...I am glad I am not the only one who likes to skip out on
Pack Meeting! Hope you have a good day and Simon gets better real fast!
sorry about your trip... come to utah! and 2 weeks to florida is not far and your santa barbara trips looks awesome!
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