More Adventures of Summer!

After my last post, we decided on a whim to go to Iowa on the 4th of July. Literally. On a whim. At 8:30 the night before my mom had posted that the bridges were going to be open this year to watch the fireworks. Anyone who knows me well knows how much I love tradition and how sad I was when the flood in 2008 prevented the bridges from being open since. I jokingly said to Jacob around 8:30 that it was tempting to just jump in the car and drive to Cedar Rapids, to which he replied, "I'd go as long as you did all the driving." I wasn't expecting that reply! We sat there finishing the show we were watching as the wheels started spinning in my mind. At 9, I asked him, "Um. How serious were you about going?" LOL! Turns out he WAS serious! After easily finding someone to work for me Friday , I messaged my mom and asked if they'd like some guests!?

Anyway, the weekend was a blast! Tim said he'd love to join us down on the bridge. He even got there super early to get us prime seating on the 2nd Ave bridge! What an awesome friend he is. We were also joined by Kathy, JoAnna and Hannah! Jacob of course thought/still thinks we're all crazy for going down 4 hours before the fireworks! Even after I explained it's the atmosphere and spending time with friends, I still think he thinks we're nuts. He had a good time though! Daniel did too...although he was scared of the fireworks. He did get brave eventually and watch a few before burying his head back into me!













Cedar Rapids did not disappoint!

The rest of the weekend was lots of hanging out and having fun with Grandma and Grandpa









Daniel has also had some fun on his new slide. I picked it up for $10 on our local buy/sell group!





He has discovered a love for bugs:



And he learned how to spray the hose. Pure joy!





He has also enjoyed spending every other Sunday afternoon with Grandpa and Grandma! He LOVES when they come over and play!





This week he's been stuck inside because it's been SO hot. I can do heat to an extent, but add in a crap ton o' humidity and I'm out. Looks like this next week looks to be a little nicer for vacation!

This week I've been super busy. Had to go to the dentist for a follow up on Monday and finish grocery shopping. The boys did Aldi that morning! Tuesday I had a chiropractor appt. After that I went to get a couple things from Ashley at the Lighthouse. Decided to stay and hang out with her and babies for awhile. It's always nice getting to hang out with your bestie!
Yesterday Lola got a new set of wheels. Even though I'm hoping to get a new (used) car this fall (fingers crossed), I really needed them for our trip. We all went and got hair cuts today. Plus I'm working on laundry and packing. SOOO much to pack when you're traveling with a kiddo. No wonder the Duggar's need charter busses!

We're getting ready to start our 10 day adventure! Cedar Rapids, Minnesota, Cedar Rapids, Chariton! I'm praying that Daniel adjusts well. I know he will during the day...it's the nights I'm worried about. Hopefully he sleeps well and lets his momma sleep too! Bummed that we probably won't get to see Erica, Jim and Logan at Grandma's. Erica has been in a ton of pain, so their road trip probably isn't happening. I'm sure our trip will be lots of fun though!