I despise ticks. Why are they so small and dangerous? That's a terrible combination! They are one of the main reasons I do NOT wish to camp. Book me a room at a hotel any day, especially one with a pool. I love the smell of hotels. I love to stay at hotels. They're so uncluttered and clean (hopefully) and ... did I mention uncluttered? ;) Can't wait 'til we go on vacation on Brian's birthday weekend. We're not going very far, but there are fun places to visit where we'll be going and it will be nice to stay in a hotel and visit a couple who are friends of ours. I'm very excited! When we take a "vacation," it's usually to visit relatives and we all know that's not a real vacation.

Luke is one today! Hooray! We're so thankful for you, little guy, and we love you so very much! <3 (I think he'll be walking any day now! :-O )