Off Track Time

I didn't post at all why I was off track so now it seems I have a lot to catch up on. I went on the trip with my parents. The places we visited were great! I loved seeing Carlsbad Cavern. It was huge inside, much bigger than Timpanogos, which is all I had to compare it to. Definitely a fun experience, though I must say the city of Carlsbad was not my favorite, more of a dumpy little town really. I considered sleeping in the car. :) We went through El Paso, which was fun to see, though strange that I could see Mexico just across the freeway. We stayed a few nights in Phoenix, a much needed break from all of our driving. Round trip it was a total of 38 hours. Next time I vote for taking a plane.

A part of me is glad to be back on track. I must say I did miss a lot of these kiddos, I've got some cuties this year. The other part of me is wishing I could still be sleeping in and doing anything I want all day. It's nice to be back into a schedule, even though I'm not much of a morning person.

Happy Dance Time

I'm going off track today. Hooray! Don't get me wrong, I love Most of my kids. However, there are a few I could definitely do without seeing for 3 weeks, or more. I'm super excited for this weekend. My favorite (and only) nephew, Garrett, is getting baptized tomorrow. I can't believe he is already 8 years old and in 3rd grade. I love him!

My parents have invited me to go on vacation with them for a week to Carlsbad, New Mexico. Perfect timing while I'm off track, right? Has anyone been to the cavern there before? Any other suggestions on what to do while we're in the area? I'm excited to get some "me time" with my parents and also have a chance to get away from life for a bit. I have always loved traveling (though not necessarily long, boring road trips) and wish I could do more if my budget would allow. :)