A Day in the Life...Where has summer gone?

A Day in the Life…

I am not sure where the summer went but it seems that back-to-school is right around the corner. I have not been able to do anything fun this summer so I decided to visit my daughters and grandchildren this week.

On Monday, I got up at 5:45 a.m. This was hard as I am not a morning person. My daughter lives about an hour from me and I was going to keep the kids while she worked. I forgot how early 5 a.m. is! What am I going to do when school starts? Also important to mention, there are 4 children in this family. The oldest is 10, then 8, 6, and 3 years old. They can be a bit of handful, but I love every minute of the time I get to spend with them.

First thing we did after I arrived was make a trip to the donut shop.  Isn’t that what Grandmas do? We spent the day playing, having a dance party, eating lunch and catching up. At 2 p.m. we had to leave to meet their mom. I forgot how much boys can fight! The 2 older boys decided to get in a bit of a rumble on the way and Grandma had to referee. I needed a diversion!  So, we stopped for ice cream. I know what you are thinking!  I was really bad BUT I just could not help myself. I do not get to spoil them every day! Yes, that is probably a very good thing! I made the trip home that evening and arrived about 8:30 p.m. I was exhausted! Thank goodness I had a day to rest up for the next visit.

Or, did I? My plan was to go to my youngest daughters’ home on Wednesday morning. However, I received a call when I got home Monday evening.  “Mom, can you please come on Tuesday evening?” The baby was teething and the other 2 were quite the handful. Her husband was away for job training and her children are 5, 3, and 8 months old. Well, Grandma always says yes. I’m sure this is apparent by now. Seriously, donuts and ice cream in the same day?

Today is Thursday and I am still at my youngest daughters’ house. We have enjoyed so many adventures. We found creeks to play in, books to read and great food to eat.  Tomorrow we are all going to Kings Island. I think we will have a great time. However, I do know one thing for sure, Saturday is reserved for me alone! I need to recuperate. After all, school starts in a couple of weeks!

Here is a snapshot of my crew!

Have a great day!