On our way home, I feel more tired than I have in a while. This weekend was very reminiscent of our first weekend at the lake with the kids last season and the season before. That first weekend historically is just HARD. This summer, our first weekend with the kids was glorious, but this weekend was not quite so glorious. Absolutely every single child struggled HARD with numerous things, and took it out on everyone else. It was incredibly challenging, and we spent the first evening hidden in the camper, everyone in bed early, no campfire or festivities or friends. Just 🙌 bedtime.
Thankfully there were lots of good moments, and lots of breaks as the kids ran between our site and that of our good friends just up the hill. They had a lot of fun, and Saturday turned out much smoother than Friday. I’ll admit, though, it was hard to not be on guard. I don’t want to be like that.
Today we went down to the beach to throw rocks and take in a change of scenery. It was pretty cute 💜A nice breather.
We’re on the drive home now, and it’s a pretty quiet drive. Everyone is tired. The younger two have already napped. Here’s hoping they still sleep tonight! 🤞 Big kids will stay up for baths but then hit the sack in preparation for school tomorrow!
I hope these weekends are experiences that the kids remember and hold dear as they grow up 💜