We're Back....

I know it has been a long time since my last post, but I promise to catch you up on everything that's ben going on. Almost two weeks ago the boys and I went up and stayed at my parents for a week. The first weekend we were there I had my UD Girls Weekend. Mason stayed with my parents and Hudson came with me. I had a really great time and it was wonderful to catch up with the girls. We hung out during the day and then went to Hibachi for dinner. I am happy to report that Hudson was a delight the whole time. UNTIL, bedtime! He woke up at about 11:00 and never went back to sleep. I caught a few seconds of shut-eye while holding him the whole night. After stopping at my grandmothers I wearily drove back to my parents.

That afternoon, the Chan's and Jen came over to watch the Eagles and Ravens games. And mom cooked a great dinner for all of us. Monday we attempted to get out for the day but by the time we got ready it was 11:00. We headed for the mall but Mason started falling asleep so we stopped off to play at the Teacher Store. We stayed there until we saw that the snow was beginning to accumulate and headed home. The snow piled up faster than we thought and after a few slips and slides we made it! Mason and I played in the snow for a while. He tried cleaning the snow off of everything -- rocks, trees, cars, etc.

Tuesday we got an earlier start and went to Longwood Gardens. Mason had a great time -- especially in the Children's Garden. They have a wonderful display made just for kids with lots of water. He really loved using the paint brushes in the water. **Pictures to come, they are on the other camera**

Wednesday, perhaps the most fun day of our trip, was spent at the Hockessin Walk-In Medical Center. The boys just weren't acting like themselves and Hudson was super-fussy (and he has never had a fussy day in his life). Finally, after 2 hours in the waiting room, another hour in the exam room, and $60 in copays we received the diagnosis -- both boys had double ear infections and sore throats -- YEA!!! They were put on antibiotics and we were on our way.

Thursday we drove back to Virginia, and boy am I thankful for the DVD player in the car. Not sure I could do the drive without it! The boys have finished up their medicine and looks like they are on the mend.

I had a great time up visiting but something tells me my parents were happy to be heading to Florida after the fuss-buggets were gone!