Running Around

So today started off pretty lazy. We let John Michael sleep until he woke up on his own so that he would get as much rest as he needed and so that we could check out his rash. This meant we all just sort of laid around trying to be quiet.

When John Michael got up the rash was pretty much gone. There was one little spot on his leg. I was amazed. We watched him throughout the day and he did great and it all went away. We went on and did the Benadryl again today, since it was still there this morning and the nurse said 12 hours without it and then he should be good to go. Hopefully he will not need anymore.

We do think (at least we hope) we know what he got into. Friday is when Brandon moved the TV. Since he hung it and he wall it is on is an exterior wall there was more insulation and all that fun stuff. It started on his hands and we think he must have gotten into some of that somehow. Praying that is it and that he is at the 100% mark tomorrow.

Also praying for green smileys all week...All month would be even better! I have told him that I will take him to Dairy Queen for an ice cream treat if he gets green smiley faces all week. We shall see what happens, but I know that he can do it.

We went to mom's for a late lunch early dinner. She made roast, carrots, mashed potatoes, gravy, turnip greens, and corn bread. It was very good. I do not remember the last time that she cooked like that, but I am glad that she is getting back into the habit. Margie, Logan and Mackenzie also came to eat. The kids all had a blast playing, and when they are happy I am happy.

Brandon and I ran to the store to get the stuff for chili tomorrow night and the boys stayed at mom's. It was definitely nice to get in and out of the store for under $50, something not possible when the boys are with me.

Danny went to visit Grandma, Uncle Kenny, Uncle Donnie, and Uncle Patrick. He went to sell some more popcorn for the cub scout troop. He is getting closer and closer to that $500 mark. I hope that he does not stop there, I am super proud of him for all that he has done to get it sold. Hopefully Brandon will remember to take it to work this week. We will see it could be next week.

While Danny was selling he also got the foam finger and claw that Uncle Kenny got for them at the National Championship Game in January. The boys are super pumped that they have them and cannot wait for the next game so that they can wear them. WAR EAGLE!!!

Well, we are home and the boys have eaten again, bathed and in bed so I am headed there myself. I will say a prayer for you all.

Waterproof Camera was in Full Use Today

The boys and I were up at 7:30 again this morning. This is a good thing as it means that I had my coffee before 8! I was also watching the waves before 8. When these two things are put together it was some serious bliss!

The waterproof camera, which I got out yesterday and it died after about 10 minutes, was fully charged and in high demand today. I love my professional camera. I use it non stop at the beach but having it all day by the water makes me nervous, this camera is the perfect solution. We went and got a new floaty strap for it yesterday since mine was nowhere to be found. This was a great added bonus, as I do not have to worry about dropping it either.

So there are these huge shrimping like boats out and they just run back and fourth. Last year these were used for the oil. Well they have not stopped since we have been here and I am thinking they are there to keep the oil from reaching the coastline. I am not 100% but that would be my guess since I have never known them to shrimp right there. When Brandon and I go to Tacky Jacks we will have to see what we can find out since that is where the fishermen are always. I am seriously wanting some seafood so I hope that we go sooner than later.

The boogie boards were used all day today, from 8:30 (that's about when we got down there) until 5. It was great. The kids are also working on a little pool reserve, but they are trying to get the main hole deeper and the river dredged out. They are cracking me up with their imaginations. Danny and Michael played baseball while Isabella and John Michael made baseballs with sand and then threw them down the beach. It has been so rewarding watching all of these kids have such a good time together.

Brandon shocked me today. He is always under the tent and he told me to turn around, I am always in front of the tent in the sun. When I did he had backed up and was in the sun. While he was not fully comited his feet were still in the shade I was amazed. I did not know that he had it in him.

Tonight's dinner was some seriously delicious veggies. We had corn, peas, potatoes, okra, onion, tomatoes, and even some BBQ. It was delicious. The kids continued to play after dinner. We got John Michael in about 8 for shower. Danny and Michael watched Kicking and Screaming. Danny is actually headed to bed right now. Momma is not long behind him. I am ready to get up in the morning and spend another day on the beach.

Know that tonight you are all in my prayers! Even if you are not on vacation know that everyday can be full of new adventures and so many blessings. Peace Out!