Much Better

Today was a much better day. A few days of medicine and a lot of rest seems to have done my little sickies some good. In other great news the healthy kids are staying that way. We plan to lay low for most of this week, with the exception of t-ball and play practice. Hopefully this blows over and we can move to the rest of summer!

Camp Como or Bust

Bust I suppose. I was really looking forward to going and enjoying some time with the older girls. Alas, it was not meant to be. We were barely there when Chiggie started complaining of a sore throat. I could tell right away by her demeanor that it wasn't just a sore throat. By morning it was clear she had strep. We would've had to leave anyway though, as Buster was awake all night crying and miserable. He spiked a fever of 103, about giving me a heart attack. We made the best of the time we had. Playing on the playground, making s'mores, and singing fun songs.

It's hard when things don't go the way I plan them. It seems so common lately too. Just a rough spell I'm sure, but still, come on already.

Sometimes.....

You just can't catch a break. Our air conditioner is shot. The lowest bid we have so far is $1500. Not gonna happen anytime soon. On top of that poor Boo has an eczema flare/staph infection and cannot go anywhere near a swimming pool. *sigh* What shall we do?? I leave for camp tomorrow with the older girls and Buster. At least the mountains are cool right?

Summer Days

I can't believe I haven't posted in almost a week. It's certainly not for a lack of things to say. We've been enjoying our lazy days of summer to the fullest. We're going on day 10 without air conditioning and temps in the high 90's. The pool is our friend.

Buster does so good, but is always tuckered out afterwards. Next year will be so much fun, when he's splashing along side the girls.

We're also finishing up t-ball and Chiggie was cast as "Veruca" in the musical "Willy Wonka." Most evenings she has practice until after 8. She is loving it though and it really keeps her from getting bored. The library is also a hit as always, and they have air conditioning. Double bonus. This weekend I am taking Chiggie and Tea to church camp. We're all looking forward to it. Buster is coming along so that should be interesting. July and August look even busier than June. I'm thinkin' this is going way too fast.....

Braving the Sun

Our sunburns have finally healed for the most part and yesterday, for the first time since Water World, we braved the sun. It was FABULOUS.

The weather was perfect and we had a really good time. It's amazing what a little vitamin D can do!

3 Months

Buster Dude, our house is a different place now. I can't believe how much one tiny person can change things. You complete this family. We're loving watching you grow. Your sisters are absolutely fascinated with you. I sing sweet songs to you and you smile. I love to see your smile. You are such a happy and content boy. You sure do love your paci. This is new for me, your sisters hated theirs.

I love to see you in ball caps and hats in general. You never try to take them off so I'm thinking you like them too. Just like Daddy. We're pretty sure you're going to have allergies. You've had a rough spring with them at least. I hate seeing you feeling crummy. I give you extra snuggles and that helps both of us I think.

Having you has healed a part of my soul I didn't even know needed healing. You are that last piece of the puzzle. I see the whole picture now and it's amazing. All the possibilities.

Here we are a quarter of the way through your first year. We love you Mr. Buster!

Swimming

The weather was crummy last night, so in an effort to burn off a little energy, the girls and I went to the indoor pool. The King graciously volunteered for baby duty and he and Buster stayed home for some peace and quiet.

It was a lot of fun and nice to not have to worry about burning again so soon. Tomorrow we're braving the sun and the outdoor pool. Fingers Crossed the new sunscreen works!