Traveling

Well, what a week! That is all I can say!
Anyone out there remember "fun family vacations" or road trips? I have a couple. Outside of the whole "mom, brother is in my space", and "I have to go to the bathroom.... right NOW!" comments, we usually had a good time. My mom was creative with games we could play as a family.
Needless to say, last summer when we traveled in the car and as a family, I had high hopes. And, they were immediately killed by a one year old. H, for a short time, was then referred to as "Mommy's dream killer". Just kidding. In all seriousness, it was the worst trip of my life.

Then we began to plan this summer's annual family trip. And, as one would imagine, I was dreading it!

And then, my 2 year old surprised me. WOW! This trip so far has been awesome. Although I may be speaking before I should. You see, we haven't driven home yet! She slept when she should, danced in the car seat when she should, ate and drank and played in the best of ways! We have literally had few to none almost melt downs! And I really do mean "almost" melt downs!

In conclusion, never put it past a child to surprise you in the worst of ways or in the best of ways when you least expect it! Refreshing!

I hope one day, when she is older, she can read this and really appreciate how much I am singing her praises right now too!

But then again, we have not driven home yet! Everyone keep your fingers crossed!