Vacation Mode

  Family vacation is under way! Already we are sleeping later, eating better and enjoying the sunshine. The kids are fighting less and doing different activities. We are all more relaxed and at peace.

  Summer time always means a trip to the east coast of Canada for us. We visit some family and take in the scenery, all while breathing in the fresh ocean air. It's true what they say about life being slower here. I think the waves tell us to stop and see the beauty around us. And we do.

  Of course a big draw is the food. Lobster, fresh seafood and of course the east coast delicacy...the donair. All foods that we either can't get at home or is too expensive to have often. Plus all the favorites from our childhood...John has already devoured a butterscotch pie...his absolute favorite.

  The boys get spoiled by their grandparents. They eat more cookies than normal. They definitely stay up later. There is even talk of fireworks which would never happen at home. Alex has found a love of boating and Riley seems determined to catch a fish.

  Already we have visited dear friends we wished we saw more of....thanks for the great night Janet & Dan. Saw cousins we never get to hang out with...Marie and Kim. And today I get to spend time with one of my favorite people on the planet...Catherine! All this in three days.

  Life is good.

  Ang