I always said I would never use the tv as a babysitter, but my kids definitely got their share of Thomas, Wizard of Oz, and every other DVD we own this weekend. We were so sick, and although, this pic was taken on Thursday night at the beginning of my sickness, middle of David's, and beginning of Matt's, I am ashamed, but grateful. I laid on the couch mostly.
But we made ammends for that today. Each of us was feeling better, and so . . . we read lots of books, played our hearts out, did puzzles, cooked our entire dinner together--even David helped and tried to eat while we were making it, and spent QUALITY time together.
Labor Day weekend, we attempted to do an all-day family date. Unfortunately, Ryan and David were both sick with the stomach flu, so it was a short day. We attempted eating out--not a great choice in Country Burger. And then Ryan's dad warned us about the lake we went to: White Rock Lake. Apparently, it's in a really bad part of Dallas on the outside of the park. But the sights around the lake were actually really nice. There were many nice spots for fishing, a great bike trail and running trail around the perimeter of the lake, and great places for picnics. We had fun, I guess, but Ryan and David were both too ill to be out. And we were a little dissappointed in the Lake. Okay, anyone who has been to Bear Lake can attest to this from the pics below. Where's the beach or the mountains surrounding the Lake? Why can't we see to the bottom of this landmark? Not to be a pessimist or down on it, but I don't swim in anything, I can't see the bottom of. It's just a rule of them for me.
Any guesses as to what object Ryan is holding??
Across the lake were many really fun colonial type homes or maybe I should say "plantational". I keep forgetting I'm in the South.
Although there are no mountains or beaches here, Dallas does have some really beautiful trees and greenery.
Poor little man. He was so sick.
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Ryan is holding a Horse Apple or Bois D' Arc apple. Not edible but can be very sticky. I am sorry everyone was so sick. White Rock Lake is a really nice place to walk, bike, or run. Just make sure you use the buddy system don't go there alone at night.
Looks like a fun outing, I wish we could get away from Josh's family long enough to have a family day just us. I love your hair by the way! I hate what humidity does to my hair and skin also! But you have to just make the best of it. You did and it looks great! I tried calling you the other day and some guy was on the voicemail. I would love it if you could email me your new phone number! :)
Bummer that you guys didn't feel well. It looks like a really fun outing! You have such a cute family! I'm so glad that you passed my info along to your friends. I would be more than happy to talk with them about what helped us get through having a baby with a heart defect. They will be in our prayers.
It is definetly not fun to be sick :( glad your all feeling better.
Wow, was he really holding a Horse Apple? "Wayne"'s amazing at guessing! We miss the mountains as well, but everything is just so beautiful down here in it's own way. We still need to find some good swimming. Pray for us in this storm! We're going to get pounded.
I just got your message on our blog. I know Bradyn will appreciate Ryan's comment--I will pass it on later. He is at the doctor's with Joseph right now. I don't know if you got my last post to your site, but I wanted to thank you for your inspirational blog. As you probably noticed, I stole some of it. Bradyn is still at the MTC. He is now working with international MTC's. He loves it! I am doing the mommy thing and so grateful to be able to be home. Good to hear from you!
Hey Guys! It's great to catch up on what you've been up to -- it's been far too long. Your boys are adorable. Unfortunately our blog has been a bit stagnant, but I have high hopes that I'll build up enthusiasm again soon. Look forward to updates.
Why am I sensing DeJaVu here? You guys were totally sick last year at this EXACT time...you wonder, how do I remember this?? Because it was when we were canning peaches and your whole family got the flu and you let me help you can your peaches!!!! (And guess what I'm doing tomorrow!...PEACHES!) I am so sorry you guys have been so sick!! That is no fun at all!!
Your kids are getting soooo big! they are ADORABLE!! I was thinking of you the other day when I was canning and I sure wished you were here!! It wasn't the same this year!!
Thanks for all your SWEET comments of inspiration and motivation you always give to me..they help more than I think you even know! Life has been so interesting lately..as you can probably tell! Looks like you guys had such a fun time (minus the sicknesses) on your family day! You guys are SUCH a cute family! I miss you so much!! So.. When are you coming to Logan again!!! anytime soon??
I am soooo sorry you guys got sick. You didn't catch it from my blog, did you? Sick kids is when you earn your "mommy stripes". I feel for you on the hair/skin front. That is humidity for you. At least you can take comfort in the fact that oil skin doesn't wrinkle and crinkle up like dry skin does. I know how happy I will be when I'm 80 and have the fresh looking appearance of a 72 year old.
Glad that you are all feeling better, lets hope it stays that way! Sounds like things have been busy for you guys!! As always, your boys are so cute.
OH! And I like your haircut, it is sooo cute short like that. Having a good haircut sure can make a difference in the way you feel, thats for sure!!
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