It was a quick decision, but we decided (the kids and I) to head for the cabin a bit earlier this year. Mike always has a ball tournament this weekend, so he usually joins the fun just on Sunday. I was planning to go to some ball games on Friday evening but instead decided to head to the woods. We pulled into the cabin driveway with mom, my grandparents and Amos and Marty unloading their luggage. I was surprised because they left way before we did and I thought they would be all settled. They decided to go for lunch first and then unpack. They were surprised to see us show up early! The kids love this cabin because its nice, large, plenty of space for a big crowd & plus it has a big swimming pool. Matthew enjoys the pole table just as much too! :) They didn't hesitate to get into their swimmies and head for the pool! It was a lovely afternoon and it was fun relaxing while they swam. Ashlyn did great too! They have a smaller pool just for the little kids and she learned how to handle herself with floaties on each arm! We went for supper out in the nearest town and lets just say that the restaurant could really use an uplift!!!! The food was OK but the service was terrible!!! We decided to get to bed in decent time and wait for the late night to be for tomorrow night. There were a lot more cousins coming in the morning!
Saturday morning, a big van pulled in with three more families joining the fun!!! Hadassah and Matthew love these extended cousins and after the delicious, all out breakfast, they went for the pool again! Lot's of splashing and drinks and snacks and laughter was shared. Uncle Amos brought along a huge spray bottle of bee killer because of a major reaction cousin Dave had a few weeks ago from a bee sting. The weather was perfect for a day outdoors. Mommy D. was even playing some games of quates. Suz and I supper and then we all settled in for some games. It wasn't long before we went from relaxed to being in a crazy panic! Dave got stung!!! Why him? Out of all of us up there, why does the man who just had an allergic reaction a few weeks ago have to be stung? She found her first aid bag and immediately started to tell someone to call 911! Dave gave himself his "shot". We quick came up with a plan and it wasn't long before mom and the men and Dave were out the door heading for town to meet the ambulance. Meanwhile, the ladies gathered to pray. The kids prayed! We got the prayer chain going for church! Suz wanted to go out to town too so I drove her there ... the whole time praying that Dave will be OK! Smokie did call us about half way out and said that he is still fine and is having NO reaction!!! He also said that the ambulance was on their way!!! Dave was monitored for awhile but he was fine! What a relief!!! We left everyone know at the cabin and on the prayer chain that Dave is OK! We drove back to the cabin with all our nervous still on the edge and very thankful to God for protecting Dave. Instead of playing games, we all thanked God for keeping Dave safe! Instead of sitting around the camp fire, Uncle Amos made amish hats in the stove and we ate them inside. We sat together and ended up laughing at Jordan's good jokes! Sleep did eventually come but my nerves where still tender!
Daudy D. did a lot of sleeping! Ever since his stroke, he sleeps so much! Love you Daudy!
Mommy is still very active! She's playing some quates here!
Hadassah loved the water.
Crazy ... Dave dove through a kids tube and couldn't get it off!
Our sweetie!
The kids found this huge ball that entertained them all afternoon!
Sunday morning we woke up with another sunny nice day! A big breakfast was served again and yep, the kids all went for the pool! Mike joined us in the forenoon which I was happy about!!! Dave did a good job at staying indoors most of the day! We were all happy to have no more scares and a safe weekend! The time with family was fun and is special! Thanks to all those who took the time to come together!!! Thanks also to Mommy and Daudy D. for reserving the cabin!
She loved the water too!
We are happy daddy could join the fun too!!!!
We got home just in time to watch a major thunder storm go through. There was so much lighting flashes coming through the windows that it seemed like a constant flash. It brought us around five inches of rain!!! The lawn will is appreciating the wetness! The garden will now thrive again and my green beans will be ready for harvesting very soon!
We are thankful and very grateful to God for His many blessings!
