4th of July

We spent the weekend with our neighbors at a cabin in Cascade, Idaho. It was beautiful. It was relaxing. But as many parent's have found over the years, car trips and children do not go hand-in-hand. This leaves me to wonder; Why do we willingly put ourselves in one of the most stress-inducing situations known to man, in order to enjoy a little bit of relaxation?...stupid comes to mind.

Adam, do you hear that? It sounds like a whistling tea kettle.

I hear it. I think it's one of the kids.

Caleb's whistling, Mom. I told him to stop, but he won't!

Caleb, honey, please stop whistling. It's really distracting.

But I want to whistllllll...OUCH, Isaiah, don't grab my lips!

Then stop whistling, you're annoying me!

Isaiah, don't touch Caleb. Caleb, stop whistling.

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Mom, Caleb just hit me!

It's because Isaiah's breathing on me and I don't like it.

I have to breathe Caleb. I'll die if I don't.

I don't want you to breathe so close to me. I need fresh air.

Boys, sit on your hands and shut your mouths!

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After 5 petty arguments having to do with arm-rest infringement and back-washing in the water bottle, 2 threats of leaving the boys on the side of the road and a 45 minute discussion on the need for a larger car with separate compartments installed for each child - complete with ankle and wrist straps - we arrived at the cabin and had a wonderful, relaxing weekend.