I have so many things to do, and very little time, but am having trouble getting motivated. Why is that?
Tomorrow, the kids and I leave for a road trip to West Virginia. I'm excited to see Mom and Brittnee, but find it difficult to get out of bed. I've been awake since 7 am, but have no desire to go to the mall, the bookstore, get Chris' new truck tags, or do laundry. I have no desire to get my nails done, go to Mardel's, or even think about packing. Maybe it's because I went to bed too late.
Note to self: GO TO BED EARLIER TONIGHT!!
Last week we took a family vacation to Cancun. It was fabulous! The resort was great, but could have been better. Swimming with the dolphins and snorkeling were spiritual experiences... things that will not too soon be forgotten. I'm so very glad that my children got to experience those things. It took me 35 years to get to do them, and I'm thrilled that I was able to give those things to my kids!
The flights were fine. A little turbulence, but that is to be expected. The food was okay... again, expected. Max's diarrhea, however, was little to be desired. He had to go to the doctor on Tuesday... his blood work came back normal, but we are anxiously awaiting the results from the 'sample' he had to give. (That, my friends, is a story in itself... I will be kind, and spare you the details.)
Back to present day life...
Brittnee's baby shower is August 1st. Sandy has been taking care of all of the details. I wish I were able to be more involved in this, but I'm very happy that I can attend. I can't wait to see her pg belly. I'm sure she's beautiful!! And, it's a boy!!
I'm praying that my boys can get along enough to make the trip a pleasant one. We've had issues this summer with them getting along. I wonder, at times, what I have done wrong. Did I not discipline enough? Do I have such low standards for them that they feel they can rule the roost? Am I too laid back? What could I do differently to promote a united family? Just random thoughts...
I'm believing God that this trip will be one that brings them together. One that will instill a sense of family and compassion in them... and, all of us really.
I'm excited that I get to see Joe and the boys next week! I've not seen them since Christmas, and need to. With all that is going on in his life and within his soul, I feel he needs to be around his entire family. Again... we all do!
I'm taking my camera and tripod... we'll see what kind of pics I can get of the boys, all of the cousins, and we will attempt a family photo... we'll see how that goes:)
Ten days is a long time to be away from home, but I know it is warranted. I have many things to look forward to when we return: school supply shopping, football practice begins, and school will start on the 13th. Lots to do before that can happen. I WILL find the time... I must:)
That is my July... in-a-nutshell.
cw
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