Yesterday Princess Bear (PB), my mom & I made our way to Elgin Illinois which is about a 3 hour trip for us. It wasn't a bad trip although the weather got slightly dicey as we got near our destination. Whenever we do a road trip of any sort I always realize how blessed I am that PB is a great traveler. She usually packs her bag of "stuff" and entertains herself so well. I love, love, love the kid headphones that only go up to a certain volume so kiddos can't blast their ears out. I'm somewhat amazed that I'm not completely deaf considering the amount of time I spend with blaring headphones on!
We arrived early and had the chance to visit with my aunt Diane which was really nice. The shower in and of itself was lovely. The food was great and it wasn't the same old boring baby shower games. We were able to visit and have a nice time. I did get a chance to have a conversation with my cousin Laura. If blogged about her sudden decision not to have kids a few months ago. This was the first time I'd seen her since then so being my typical big mouthed self asked her "Wtf!" All in all it was a great conversation. We laughed a lot and things are much more clear now.
After the shower we stopped at our favorite Chicagoland grocery chain. The have the best Ameretti cookies EVER! I also bought bulk chamomile flowers. We drink chamomile tea like crazy in this house. That and Lady Grey. My mom stocked my dad up on his favorite Polish sausage and we hit the road again. My mom and I were talking on the drive down and we were discussing the reason why I hate big family gatherings and I'd rather be submitted to serious torture than attend. For example yesterday there was about 75 people in a rather small banquet room. It gets loud and feels very small. I'm claustrophobic and have anxiety issues. It's kind of the perfect storm to make me feel very very uncomfortable. I love getting to visit with relatives that I love and don't get to see often enough. I really like that PB gets to spend time with that side of my family because it really doesn't happen often enough. I just wish it wasn't as loud and in a much larger space.
So that's the story of the baby shower. Now I just need to make it through PBs spring break without losing my mind. Fun and games! :)
We arrived early and had the chance to visit with my aunt Diane which was really nice. The shower in and of itself was lovely. The food was great and it wasn't the same old boring baby shower games. We were able to visit and have a nice time. I did get a chance to have a conversation with my cousin Laura. If blogged about her sudden decision not to have kids a few months ago. This was the first time I'd seen her since then so being my typical big mouthed self asked her "Wtf!" All in all it was a great conversation. We laughed a lot and things are much more clear now.
After the shower we stopped at our favorite Chicagoland grocery chain. The have the best Ameretti cookies EVER! I also bought bulk chamomile flowers. We drink chamomile tea like crazy in this house. That and Lady Grey. My mom stocked my dad up on his favorite Polish sausage and we hit the road again. My mom and I were talking on the drive down and we were discussing the reason why I hate big family gatherings and I'd rather be submitted to serious torture than attend. For example yesterday there was about 75 people in a rather small banquet room. It gets loud and feels very small. I'm claustrophobic and have anxiety issues. It's kind of the perfect storm to make me feel very very uncomfortable. I love getting to visit with relatives that I love and don't get to see often enough. I really like that PB gets to spend time with that side of my family because it really doesn't happen often enough. I just wish it wasn't as loud and in a much larger space.
So that's the story of the baby shower. Now I just need to make it through PBs spring break without losing my mind. Fun and games! :)
1 comment:
You aren't the only one who doesn't like crowds! But it sounds like you had a fun trip and a good time with your Mom and PB.
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