There is so much to do, so little time

There is nothing like a great picture that says "vacation". We had a great time today at the beach, on the boat, and playing in the sand. The kids are now still in the pool at 6 p.m. because dinner is still being made and it is precious time that can't be wasted. They are all having a great time and Priest Lake in the sun is like no other. The biggest decision of the day is what we are eating and how long can we go without re-applying sun screen on the children. Two weeks would be nice to stay next year.

It seems like the kids have been going non-stop since they arrived. All the kids are at such a great age and seem to have more than enough on their plates each day. This morning, while we waited to jump in the lake, we had a family game of baseball. We had a great time, and Noah seemed to be the slugger of the group, along with grandma Karen. We played for an hour and had a great time.

At any chance they can get, the kids are pealing off the jacuzzi cover and jumping in to "relax". they think they are at camp. We haven't had to have too many "planned activities" because they are pretty self-sustained these days. We don't know how they are all making it to the end of the day, but when they hit the pillow, they are gone. That is usually when we all drop and pull out the beer and wine.

The other morning, when it was cloudy and we needed a diversion from the water, Andrea pulled out the BINGO game and they played until everyone got prizes. Thank God for games that accomodate 12 kids at a time.

The end of another day. Tired, happy, and content. Tomorrow, the focus will be a big family picture, more boating, and a lot more ice cream. The great memory of the day is Dana and Noah on the back of the floatation device with Noah saying, "go faster, go faster." He had a great time and keeps on going without naps this week. He can sure keep up with the big fishes.

Robb