Although last week could best be described as a roller coaster, especially emotionally, we really did have a lot of fun.
A great way to relieve stress and tension
A great way to relieve stress and tensionIt started off with a few days in Glenwood Springs, outside of Aspen.
We swam in the Hot Springs..... 92' and 104' water and 30' outside the water.
We certainly didn't have to worry about keeping tabs on the kids, no way were they getting out and running around in fear of ice forming on their wet heads.
I think I could get used to this
I think I could get used to thisSteve and I got to get away for a night,
the Forester's took the kids for us......brave friends of ours.
We went to the Broadmoor Hotel. I am neither rich nor famous, but for the night I felt like both. We were greeted at the Valet, Mr and Mrs Hendricks. We were escorted to the check-in desk and introduced to the man behind the counter. After we checked in we were taken up to our room. The Bellman opened the door, turned on our lights, put the key in the snack bar, asked how we wanted our bags organized, asked if he could get us some ice, our bed was turned down, with chocolate on the pillows and robes for each of us ...you get my point.
I promised Steve I wouldn't get used to the royal treatment.
One talented Lobster
One night we played and went to dinner. Holding this Lobster brought back memories of our days in Boston. We would head to the wharf, buy lobsters and then bring them home and cook 'em up. One time I held up a 15lb lobster and it reached from the top of my head to below my waist. The lobster in this picture was holding crayons in it's claws, the kids thought it was very talented and wondered where the paper was.
Things to look forward to
Thank goodness for Mom's. The kids could hardly wait for Nani to come and neither could Steve and I. We have been so happy to have her. It's like having a best friend, the best babysitter, the best house keeper and the best cook rolled up in one! Did I mention that she is the best??
Our famalia
The Last Supper
We had a celebration dinner for Steve the night before he headed out! We celebrated St. Patrick's Day, Easter, his birthday, my birthday, Mother's Day, Father's Day, 4th of July, Taylor's birthday, our Anniversary & Preston's birthday. It was quite the party with Steve's favorites..steak & potato dinner and for dessert red velvet cake
(which I never even heard of until I met Steve)
The week was just what we needed. We made our family a priority and everything else came second. I am so glad we spent the time we did together.
And I have so much to do this week that didn't get done last week, that I will stay
busy and distracted.
A win win for us all.
the Forester's took the kids for us......brave friends of ours.
We went to the Broadmoor Hotel. I am neither rich nor famous, but for the night I felt like both. We were greeted at the Valet, Mr and Mrs Hendricks. We were escorted to the check-in desk and introduced to the man behind the counter. After we checked in we were taken up to our room. The Bellman opened the door, turned on our lights, put the key in the snack bar, asked how we wanted our bags organized, asked if he could get us some ice, our bed was turned down, with chocolate on the pillows and robes for each of us ...you get my point.
I promised Steve I wouldn't get used to the royal treatment.
One talented LobsterOne night we played and went to dinner. Holding this Lobster brought back memories of our days in Boston. We would head to the wharf, buy lobsters and then bring them home and cook 'em up. One time I held up a 15lb lobster and it reached from the top of my head to below my waist. The lobster in this picture was holding crayons in it's claws, the kids thought it was very talented and wondered where the paper was.
Things to look forward toThank goodness for Mom's. The kids could hardly wait for Nani to come and neither could Steve and I. We have been so happy to have her. It's like having a best friend, the best babysitter, the best house keeper and the best cook rolled up in one! Did I mention that she is the best??
Our famalia
The Last SupperWe had a celebration dinner for Steve the night before he headed out! We celebrated St. Patrick's Day, Easter, his birthday, my birthday, Mother's Day, Father's Day, 4th of July, Taylor's birthday, our Anniversary & Preston's birthday. It was quite the party with Steve's favorites..steak & potato dinner and for dessert red velvet cake
(which I never even heard of until I met Steve)
The week was just what we needed. We made our family a priority and everything else came second. I am so glad we spent the time we did together.
And I have so much to do this week that didn't get done last week, that I will stay
busy and distracted.
A win win for us all.
5 comments:
It all sounds wonderful to me. I'm so glad that you were able to have fun this week. Stay tough, stay busy and keep blogging.
Red velvet cake is my hubby's favorite too!
Hey, in case you need to pamper yourself - my favorite maker of Military Wife bags is opening up for orders tomorrow.... thought I'd drop you a hint in case you are interested. She's pretty hard to get into these days as she's ultra busy. She makes GORGEOUS bags out of your hubby's uniform and patches.
http://campfollowerbags.blogspot.com/
If nothing else, they are fun to look at!
Well, check out my newest post. You'll be busy with that too...cursing me... :)
I just love you, girlfriend! Your whole family is in our prayers. We'll look forward to updates. How long is your mom in town?
Wow, Jodi, it looks like so much fun was had by all. I know you've locked these memories up in a special place in your heart and they, along with a busy life and small kids, will help you to make the best of your situation. I just want to emphasize leaning on these ladies with experience (tobi & shar anderson) - they are a network of sisters whom I love and understand your sitch!
Your hubby is in our prayers! As are you.
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