Road Trip!

Every year for the 4th of July we go to Mark's Aunt Lisa and Uncle Steve's lake house right outside of Columbia, MO. This year I talked Mark into going and as time got closer he was the one reassuring me that it would be ok. Going there is really not much different than going to the lake of the ozarks, but it is closer to home so that is nice. There are usually about 30 or so people there which makes for an exciting time. WE decided that we would not wait until closer to the babies bed time to leave since Cecilia refuses to sleep in the car anyway. We went ahead and turned all of their seats so they were facing forward and that way we could throw food at them at dinner time. As it turned out Mark actually got off work early so we were able to load the car while they were napping and on the road by 3ish. They weren't sure what to think about sitting forward, but they had little devilish grins that showed they were really excited about it. They were fine for awhile, but were not interested in their sandwiches or fruit I brought so when we stopped so Caleb could go to the bathroom I pulled out the m&m's. They were a huge hit and stopped the crying for a little while. The M's tied them over until we got there but Cohen was not happy.

When we arrived we were given the coveted 'cave room' This is the room below the garage that is cold, dark and quiet. The bonus is that it is also the play room so it has the roller coaster and tons of toys/books. On the way to our room there is a sunk in fire place that we were worried about falling into, but they were really careful around it.

While Mark unloaded Cohen discovered that they had a dog (who quickly wanted to be away) and the steps up to the loft and down stairs.

Caleb watching a movie trying to drown out the screamers with his headphones
Christian and Cecilia which chocolate covered faces

Cecilia and Cohen (very unhappy..screaming for more m&m's)