Thursday, July 10, 2008

Fourth of July Weekend

There are a thousand things to love about America. One of my favorites would be National Holidays! The 4th is Adam's favorite holiday. He likes it more than Christmas! So we did exactly what he wanted to do, that he has done with his family for years. We spent the long weekend in Northwestern Michigan. For those of you who have never been to Michigan, did you know it was this beautiful? We had fun the whole weekend. To start, Adams parents stopped by the house to pick us all up, we all drove together...in the motor home! It was so nice, we layed around and played games, read magazines, napped, and ate ice cream. Walter loved it too. I felt a little silly at first when that giant motor home rolled up, blocking ours and the neighbors driveway, with a trailer on the back soon to be holding 4 motorcycles and 2 bicycles. I think we took everything but the kitchen sink! We spent about 45 min. to an hour loading the motorcycles, strapping them down, and all the other stuff we had to take. Guns, ammo, suitcases, backpacks, purses, helmets, motorcycle jackets, etc. I didn't think we would ever be done loading and strapping. It was the most pain free traveling I've done in a long time. (Even though I got an entire empty row on the airplane a couple weeks ago on the way home from Lindsay's wedding, even though the rest o the airplane was almost completely full... I got lucky AND took advantage of it; I had no shame stretching out on my back with a pillow-aka:stuffed backpack and a book). When we got to Grandma Lois' house, which is where we stayed, we unloaded all the stuff and went straight to bed. Adam really likes to go back to his childhood ways when he goes to G. Lois' house. He insisted on sleeping on his (single-person) cot in the basement. I was OK with that though, I wasn't about to share an air mattress. Ever slept on an air mattress with someone who was heavier than you? We only had Grandma Lois' 5 seat car since no one drove, so I rode on the motorcycle to church with Adam. I had my dress on, and my sweatpants, and my jacket, so I looked like I was wearing a nightie and sweats. I'm sure it was a site. At least I didn't wear my heals until I got there. Remember all the flooding that has been happening all over last month? We came upon a road that was completely washed out! We couldn't help but wonder how scary it must have been for the first person who discovered the giant gap in the road. It was impossible to drive around, we had to turn back. It was a good weekend, we had a lot of fun and will probably do the same thing next year. Don't worry family...that gives me dibs on the where and what for Christmas.



Oh...about that 6 words that sums up my life...I keep forgetting to think of something...here is what I came up with in about 5 seconds that pretty much sums me up in a very vague way:
Eh... I'll Worry About It Later!

7 comments:

Lori said...

First of all your 6 words fits you perfect. I used to get stressed out about your stuff ie, homework, tests, bills, school loan deadlines, job, car etc when you lived with me, and you never seemed too concerned about any of it. Todd always said, why should you worry about it if she's not. I guess I'm a worrier and your definitely not.

So I'll see you at Christmas???

Rachael said...

Yes, I'd say it fits you better than vague.

Looks like a fun weekend. That motor home sounds like the way to travel! I wish we could have that when we drive to OK next week. How sweet would that be!

Natalie said...

Yeah, you're right, I don't stress to get things done too fast. But I usually get it taken care of. I work pretty good when I'm under pressure.

Francie said...

Your weekend sounds pretty fun, maybe I could go with you guys next year! Oh, and you should have taken a picture of yourself with your dress and sweat pants on, that would have been a good one to see.
I like your six words, too. I think I'm thinking too hard about it, 'cause I can't think of anything!

CATHY said...

I love how you describe your life...no wonder we got along. I think that would sum up my life...sometimes I am to laid back. Although I can get pretty stressed out, especially while experiencing road rage. Know what I mean?
What a great way to travel. And the best part is you don't have to fight over where to spend Christmas, I like that.

Teen : } said...

Hey there Ms. Nat, I agree w/Francie, (hey there fray) I would of loved a pic of you in your Sabbath dress on a cycle. lol Your life sounds so fun. So happy you and your hubby do so much together. (well minus the cot) lol I have traveled a bit in a motor home. So fun.
...and don't ya just love to work under pressure? Happy day. Miss u.

Tina in CT said...

Why didn't you sleep in the motor home? Doesn't it have beds?

What a HOLE in the road. Sure would have not wanted to be cruising down the road and come upon it. Isn't it blocked off by the state highway dept?

Sounds like you had a relaxing, fun weekend.

We spent the 4th with the girls at Old Sturbridge Village and were there until 9:30 so the girls were asleep as soon as we got on the road. The rest of the weekend was spend with a movie, errands and being home.