My children basically vanished for about a day and a half. Pretty much as soon as we arrived at the Rowe's on Saturday evening, I lost track of my children. Once they connected with Chris and Tressa's kids, it was as if they didn't need me. It was nice not to be needed by my kids for a little while.
Our time with the Rowes was another mini-adventure. Chris and I picked up where we left off. It's hard to believe it's been over seven years since we had last seen them. Though, the truth is we could have picked a better weekend to visit. Chris was swamped with work and Tressa was recovering from a tonsillectomy and possessed limited use of her voice. Fortunately our children distracted their children enough for Tressa to get a little rest through the day and for Chris to address some of his responsibilities.
Sunday night there was a trip to the ER (I would imagine it is a fairly common activity for a family of nine) and Julie spent spent the night trying to be Tressa's chauffeur and voice. Madison had to be admitted, which through a wrench into things, but people adapted quickly enough.
My children experiencing their first Twinkies.
Monday we just tried to stay out of the way. We made a short visit to the hospital to see how Madison and her mother were doing, and both seemed in capable hands. We packed up, visited a Five Guys burger joint for a late lunch/early dinner, and hit the road. We only drove about five hours which felt positively leisurely. The countryside through Kentucky and West Virginia was simply stunning. The scenery has yet to get old.
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It seems your trip has just been one adventure after another!! Sounds like so much fun, I can't believe you are already on your trek east. We just found Miranda's bunny, it was in a secret compartment in Jed and I's bed. The cheese grater is holding up beautifully. EVEN after a couple washings in the dishwasher!! Amazing. Thanks!
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