So.
I don't know if you've noticed, but we are going to GRENADA in a week.
Grenada for four days, and then to the Dominican Republic for a week! Tropical paradise, while highs are in the 20's here in Rexburg, yay!
So, on top of all the crazy planning, packing, stressing over the fact that I really haven't dieted like I should have, having a really sore arm from getting $380.00 worth of vaccinations so we don't come home with typhoid or hepatitis or anything fun like that, it has just hit me: my babies are staying here, half a world away. And I'm on an emotional roller-coaster about it.
Jeez, what I wouldn't give for Dustin's "He'll be FINE" attitude. Can you tell which one I'm worried about?
And I don't really know what exactly I'm so nervous about. I'm in no way worried about the awesomeness of his sitters, or that he won't have a really good time with them. It's just that he is such a homebody, and really a daddy's boy right now, and kind of hard to understand sometimes, I just...uggghhhh. Am freaking out. So, thank you to everyone who is talking me through it and taking the little monkeys while we go play. I'll bring you something cool. From the islands. That is definitely a cheer-up thought. Now, I have to go do some more packing...ugghh. Just freaking out again, that's all.
You're too funny Shelli. It's easy for me to say don't stress too much, but I am sure that Kennedee will watch over Hudson like a mother. They will stick together and be just fine. Now that said, if I was leaving Rylee....I'd probably be a wreck too :) If you have any questions on what to/not to pack or anything else, please email me. I am always here!
ReplyDeleteP.S. Maybe this will make you feel better. I have reservations for us on Valentines Day at this nice restaurant on the beach at sunset. Ohh...so romantic and calming!
ReplyDeleteI totally feel for you. About 2 yrs. ago, Jeff and I went to St. Louis/Nauvoo and left our 3 kiddos home. Come to find out, the kids thought that it was THEIR vacation and really didn't think to much about it. Hopefully Kennedy and Hudson will feel the same way...That way all 4 of you can enjoy. HAVE FUN!!!
ReplyDeleteWish it were me. How fun for you guys. You are going to have a blast. Don't worry about the kids, they will get through it OK-especially if they are with each other. What a perfect time to go to the islands. Have tons of fun.
ReplyDeleteI am extremely jealous right now. We'll make it to the DR some day. You guys will have a blast. Just don't eat anything from street vendors unless you are really confident in your stomach. It's really good food, but you might not like the results. Have fun and be ready to share pics.
ReplyDeleteI totally know how you feel! Zac and I went to China last year and I had the same feelings and thoughts you do. All I can say is it gets worse, sorry for the vote of confidence. The whole time I was away I keep thinking what if, what if, what if. All I can say is try to enjoy the moment and know things happen for a reason.
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome your going to the islands!! Thanks for keeping in touch with our blog I love to read your comments.
Bailey would love to come play sometime, we are actually leaving to Saint George tomorrow for the week but next week would be awesome. I'm in school full-time this semester so she spends alot of time at the babysitters I know she would much rather spend it playing with Kennedy. Just let me know what day works for you.
HAVE FUN!!
sorry there were so many comments from me (the same one) so I just deleted the other two. I'm really not that pathetic to comment the same comment thrice. Have fun.
ReplyDeleteI am sure that the kids will be just fine Kennedy will be a little mother and be there for Hundson and they will stick together!!! No need to worry Shelli. You and Dusty just need to go and have a great time and enjoy it. I hope you have fun!!
ReplyDeleteLove ya Cristen
Cute pictures of the kids. They are so dang cute! :)
you are going to have a total blast and it will be so worth it. Mom's always miss there babies no matter what. Have so much fun and be safe!
ReplyDeleteWE CAN'T WAIT!! I keep telling you that but I mean it!! It's going to be a blast have Preslie and Hudson together. Doing Kennedy's gorgeous hair while she is here is always something I look forward to also :) Be excited to wear your hot new swim suit!
ReplyDeleteOk Shelli, speaking from someone who was in Grenada 6 days ago....you are going to LOVE it! It's so rainforesty and jungley and green and warm and beautiful. Make sure to get lot's of spices and vanilla. And I guarantee that Hudson will not remember that you left him when he's older or he won't care. Once you get there and a day goes by...you'll say, Oh, do I have kids? But when you see someone Kennedy or Hudson's age you will miss them. But by the last day or two you will be very ready to come home to them. I am so excited for you and want to see your pictures. Love you. Jill
ReplyDeleteI am so jealouse. I wish I were going. It will be so fun. It is hard to leave your kids though. I cant wait to see pictures. Heve FUN!!
ReplyDeleteFirst darling layout, You are so good at pics.
ReplyDeleteYour kids will be so fine. I remember the first time I left Olivia we speed the whole way home from the airport and she wasn't excited to see me. I cried. But was happy she had a good time. Kids are so resilient they will have a blast. You deserve a break and time with Dusty.. However if you decide to not go I could take your spot..
You are going to have so much fun. It will be a wonderful thing for your marriage to do something together without the kiddos. You will come back refreshed and rejuvinated and much better at life thanks to the vacation.....and really, he will be fine. Have a blast!!
ReplyDeleteDo you really expect anyone to feel sorry for you? Oh, poor Shelli has to go on a tropical vacation for almost two weeks!! Just kidding--enjoy it and don't worry at all about the kids--oh wait Jenna is watching them. Just kidding
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