Road Trip Warrior
We made it! I can’t even believe it myself. It wasn’t the easiest road trip I have ever taken. Not because of the long hours stuck in cramped quarters but purely because of the close proximity of my ear to my toddler’s full volume constant squealing. It was BAD. I think I lost my mind. You all can leave your heart in San Francisco but I’ll be singing about leaving my mind in the San Fernando Valley.
I guess two-and-a-half is the official age that children stop sleeping the whole way during long drives. (And NO we did not give them caffeine in their starbucks drinks you see there.) Either that or Baby Bug was so wound up because she got to sit right next to her favorite cousin that she decided with her super-strength willpower that she didn’t need to sleep. But she really really really did need a nap. By the time 3 o’clock came around, we were at the point where she was crying because the sky was blue.
Part of me has been wondering if bringing her on this trip was the wisest thing to do. She loves her cousins and she loves her Grandma so I know she will have a good time while I am off in San Francisco having my own good time BUT could she be any more difficult right now? Who is this devil spawn that I have created? Is it normal for the child to be the one in charge? I seriously have doubted my sanity in the last 24 hours.
My mom assures me that Baby Bug is nothing like this when I am not around. Apparently all the rebellion is for my benefit only and when I am gone she is back to her old angel self. I will just have believe them and rest on the fact that I know my mom and my friend Susan (who we are staying with during the conference) are very capable loving guardians for my little Tasmanian devil.
I know this apprehension to leave Baby Bug in the care of another is mostly my own personal fear. I know I am the one who is struggling and not Baby Bug. She’ll wave goodbye and maybe cry for me for about two minutes at nap time and bed time but other than that she probably won’t miss me a bit. I’ll be the one checking my watch and calling every hour on the hour.
But I’ll also be the one with a little spring in her step because, Wheeeee! I have eight hours to spend on my own for the first time in TWO AND A HALF YEARS!!!!
21 Comments
Gingermog
Wow an update, I wasn’t expecting one until after the weekend really, you are one dedicated Blogger.
Regarding the playing up thing, I agree with your mom, I’ve looked after my nephews when they were little and their parents were away on a much deserved holiday, and it was fine with lots of cuddles, treats, songs and extra stories at bedtime. Grandma’s are definatley the best people in the world to leave your kids with.
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bethany
I hear you … I’m told my boys are angels when I’m not around, but I still struggle with it. It’s maddening! Glad you made it though, and woohooX20 for you and CC being out and kid-free!!!! Have a most wonderful time, and keep that spy camera busy :). So happy for you.
gorillabuns
Have fun on your break, mingling with others. You certainly deserve it!
a madhouse wife
the first time in 2 1/2 years?! for real?! have fun! you DO deserve it!
Jummy
Have a most marvellous time Blogher-ing, Brenda!
citystreams
First day off in 2 and a half YEARS? Wow! I’m going to stop having my pity-party right now. Have fun at BlogHer. You definitely deserve it. Wheee!
HeatherIbabble
It’s kind of funny that her carseat says ‘soft giggles’ if she was full-volume shrieking. Well, funny in that the carseat is way off. Not funny for your ears. :)
franticallysimple
On the plus side, your bangs look sodarncute.
Nicole I
Enjoy your 8 hours of toddler free time…it balances the world to find time apart. Enjoy blogher and we will see you next monday!
Jennifer
I’m in 2.5 year craziness too. Audrey isn’t much of a screamer (Molly takes care of that job around here) but the weirdest things set her off in a crying fit. Crying like I broke her heart in a million pieces. Over nothing.
Audrey is most likely going to qualify to attend the district preschool to continue speech therapy when she turns 3 (January 2009, whoooo!). I can’t imagine leaving her with anyone else for any length of time. The logical part of me says she’ll do fine. The mushy mama in me has a hard time sleeping at night when I think about it too much.
I think BB will have a great time with grandma and you deserve a nice break for some YOU time. Have a blast!
Saple
Love the green fingernails with the starbucks
Kandace
Party like you don’t have a kid then, lady! YEA, for grandma’s! and nieces!
Ruth
I know exactly what you mean. Seriously. I have two girls, ages 4 and 1. Oh, the joy of road-trips… Have a great time at Blogher!
Elizabeth
Have a great time!!
Ariel
I know that drive all too well. Have you seen this? http://tinyurl.com/6mkg99
Meg
I have the same fear about leaving my Addie Baby too. I bet she’ll have a blast in a new place, with new playmates at her disposal, playing new games. Enjoy yourself at the conference!
Kaili
Fun!
Sorry the road trip was crappy! It’s so hit and miss with toddlers. Jaia is like that too. Sometimes he is awesome! And I am SO grateful, cause mostly it sucks!
Have SO MUCH FUN!!!! Wish I could be there to meet you! You rock!
Melissa
Glad you explained that it was not caffeine in the ‘bucks cups…you would have had to answer that question way too many times. Kids love to act up for their parents but still, god bless your soul for taking that cutie on a road trip! I thought for a second you were going to show her off at blogher!
amy
Forget BB and enjoy your time away! If you are only away for 8 hours I would not even call. Your time Baybee!! Have a blast :)
BeachMama
Oh the fun you guys will have!! We just did a nine hour trip in twelve hours, there and back, due to the screaming of the newest member of our family. Hopefully she is cured of any traveling issues and will now travel as awesome as her brother.
Susan
You will all have such a fun time! Bug will be so pre-occupied with cool cousins that it won’t bother her that your busy and away. No worries! Have a blast!