Sunday night we got the pool out for the kids- for the first time this year! We let them stay in it till bedtime and then gave them quick baths and they went to bed late. The plan worked though, they slept well and so did we! It was a great close to the weekend. Monday was HOT and I had a hard time being out. I was over exhausted I think from the whole summer and the heat and so we didn't play outside as much as I wanted to. I started noticing Grace being out of sorts and flushed too. The kids both napped that day and so I was able to get some things done and relax a bit.
Tuesday was a big day. I had a doctor appointment- baby's heartbeat is strong and my blood pressure is good. :) After that Gary and I decided to meet for lunch since the time is quickly ending when he'll be able to even consider doing such a thing. I took the kids to the mall to go to the library. Of course we all had to potty first so into Penny's we went where I found they were practically giving clothes away. I had about $50 of kids clothes in my arms but couldn't get ahold of Gary for approval so I put it all back and we went to the library where I stocked up on free books instead. :) We then ran to Aldi and I noticed Grace was getting more lethargic and seemed warm... it began to dawn on me that it was not just from being in and out of the very hot van. By the time we got to McDonalds at noon it was obvious she had a fever and she didn't eat, but did drink. I got her home, medicated and to bed and she slept well and the fever broke. Tylenol kept doing it's job through most of the day Wednesday and when she woke up from a 4 hour nap (long for her!) she was back to normal and did not fever again. I was so thankful she kept drinking plenty of fluids and having wet diapers and sleeping, she even ate a good bit considering she clearly didn't feel well. She'd be crabby when she was hot but once the Tylenol kicked in she'd run and play like a normal 2 year old! Tyler napped every day this week too (except today) so i'm guessing they were both fighting something. Tuesday night we all went to Boardman to meet with Lori and I had so much fun! It made it a long day but I got to shop!!!! I got lots of clothes for the kids for next summer at Penny's. I got Grace a shorts outfit, jeans, shorts and two tops, Tyler shorts, swim trunks and two tops and the baby a top all for $44. I also got a HUGE blessing when Lori bought ME a new outfit!! I got maternity shorts and a top she bought and they are very cute. It feels so good to get something new even when you feel gross and frumpy most of the time. :) THANK YOU LORI!!!! Then, you will not believe this, Gary bought.... SHOES!!! TWO PAIRS!!! He's had nothing but broken falling apart shoes for years and I can't tell you the last time he bought shoes. He usually gets them as gifts from my mom or his mom. He actually bought some tennis shoes and a pair of sandals. The ultra white tennis shoes made me notice he could also use some new socks. Another day. :) Poor Lori, i'm sure it was boring for her to walk around with us and the kids and buy shoes, kids clothes and maternity clothes but she didn't seem to mind. She's such a great friend. Even if she is two inches taller than certain people. *wink*
Wednesday we cleaned the church. It took way less time than I thought it would and MAN is the vacuum there heavy!!! I was rewarded for my hard work by Gary getting me a thin mint girl scout cookie blizzard... YUMMY!!!! I could sure go for another...
This week is Carnation week in Alliance and while i'm sure there was a great selection of things i could have taken the kids to, I didn't. We did however go Thursday night to the balloon liftoff which was so cool. Tyler and Grace both really loved it and it was free. Gary posted a pictures (below) of Grace blowing bubbles and Tyler with his popped balloon- more free stuff. :) We also plan to go to the Parade tomorrow before heading out to my mom's to see my uncle and cousins and grandparents! Sunday is church and the church baptism/picnic which we also hope to make it to! Tonight we just ate as a family and went to daddy's work to see what he's been up to. it's all very overwhelming to me and I know he's stressed but he's been so wonderful. He's been so helpful and considerate and taking extra effort to spend time with me and the kids. Being pregnant has it's perks. :)
Sending love and prayers too all our friends and family...
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