Random

I was all set to talk about my new vacuum last night. I was even going to post some cute pics of the kids and talk about how lucky I am to be their mom. But, they got the best of me by the time I had time to sit down.

Yesterday, Ma and Papa (Andy's parents) departed for home from the airport in Orange County. (John Wayne -- code SNA in case you're thinking of visiting!) As soon as we pulled away from the airport, Sawyer said "I feel really sad". One of the reasons I love this boy so...he's got a huge heart and isn't afraid to show it.

Anyway. Because we were already in Orange County and I had some returns at Hanna Andersson, we made the 5 mile voyage to Fashion Island. It was a gorgeous day outside and the mall is a lovely outdoor, dog friendly destination. We made it into a few good stores (including Quiksilver Kids, where Cam got some flip-flops. I hardly can imagine that he'll wear them - as these 2 seem to be anti flip flop, but we'll see) and visited the gigantic fish at the Koi Pond. I only wish I'd taken a picture because they are enormous and cool/gross at the same time.

Unfortunately, the kids were not displaying their best behaviour at the mall (or before, really) and it's incredibly draining to have the constant fighting over and over again. Then, after movie night (which wasn't really movie night at all - we just watched 2 episodes of recorded American Gladiators) they were at it again. So, they were in their room by 7:00. It's nearly impossible to not just feel emotionally drained after a day or constant reprimanding and such behavior.

I will share some photos none the less. We are so lucky to have these 3 kids, even on the worst day. The baby is over the moon perfect, Sawyer is clever, loving and funny and Campbell's smarts are what get him accolades and trouble.

Happy Sunday everyone. We have another birthday party today, grocery shopping and some recovering to do after our visitors. (I'm looking forward to (sick, I know) vacuuming with my new vacuum. I'll report back - I hope you'll be okay until I do!)