Prescott

Kelly and I had a good time in Prescott but OH MY GOSH.... how things change in 30 years. I started out our trip with all kinds of nostalgic feelings about youthful trips to Prescott for the 4th of July rodeo. My friend, Dallas, and I used to go every year and spend a couple of days. I was so sure I would know my way around and maybe even run into an old friend or two. The minute we hit Mayor those thoughts quickly left my mind. It's a good thing that Kelly knew where she was going or I would still be driving around trying to find my way out of town. :) I also didn't remember how hot it was there. We got to the camp about 1:00 and got Jenna all checked in then we found our motel and just kicked back for the rest of the evening. We all brought our swimming suits but just as we got ready to swim it began to rain. Kolbe was very disappointed but he soon found that the motel had never ending hot water and played in the bathtub for over an hour. By then Sponge Bob was on and the pool was forgotten.
Traveling with 3 kids is quite an interesting experience when you are not used to it. Just the time it takes to get them in and out of car seats is amazing. What made me think I would have a chance to figure out my new camera? :) I only got a couple of pictures taken and they didn't turn out very well but practice makes perfect and I'll just keep trying. I think the kids are coming over to swim in a day or two and I'll try again. Considering that the kids were in their car seats for hours at a time coming and going I think they were exceptionally good. Kolbe is such a good big brother and very patient with the little ones (even when Titan is pulling his hair). Titan turned two yesterday and he is so smart for his age. I am amazed at the things he says and sometimes a little embarrassed ...... at the top of his lungs in a public restroom...."Auntie! You go pee in the toilet, your a good girl" People were still laughing when I walked out the door. Next time I will stay outside and change Peyton's diaper while Kelly takes him to the bathroom :) Peyton is 9 months old and just the sweetest little girl and so good natured. I am so blessed to have them in my life.
This was the first time that I have left Randy home alone for that long and that was traumatizing. For me anyway! He wanted to come but had to work Sunday night and Monday so he couldn't go. It was probably just as well because the car was so crowded that I don't know where we would have put him. His friend, John, stayed here with him and I'm not sure if that made me feel better or worse :) especially when Randy sent me a picture text with John's newly shaved head......... but they are good kids and all went well. I actually think Randy was glad to see me when I got home but John just said he missed my cooking. Oh well, you take what you can get.