Sick in the Sunshine State

If I ever curse Zeke being stubborn about something, I really should take a deep breath and then a look in the mirror. Two weeks ago, I had a quick trip to Florida for me and the kid planned to see my my grandmother since we will not make it there for the holidays this year. What I hadn't planned is that both Zeke and I had colds. Though Aaron of cooler head and more cautious nature advised our staying home with him, I decided to go anyway. My rationale is that we both seemed to be getting better from mild colds and that if I didn't make the trip then, I wouldn't likely be able to go for a few months. I figured if we were going to take it easy here, we could take it easy there.

And, of course, I was just being stubborn and inconsiderate and got it wrong. Zeke started a fever three-quarters of the way on the car trip and kept that fever for the remainder of the trip. I didn't feel well either, but especially didn't feel well after Zeke couldn't sleep the entire trip except when passed out from exhaustion. He would actually moan in his sleep, he was so uncomfortable. So, I took us there and then we weren't really able to do anything (except watch Laurie Berkner on DVD). We did get to spend a little time with my grandmother and even got to visit with Diane, but cancelled all of our other activities, including some quality time with Zach. Poor Zach was disappointed and he wanted to play with Zeke so much, but Zeke would not consider that for a minute. Zach tried to hug him and hold his hand, but Zeke would keep him at a distance. Still, I guess not at enough of a distance as Zach...and my grandmother...and my mom...all eventually ended up under the weather. We came back early to minimize damage and avoid getting the rest of the state sick.

Despite Zeke's best efforts, though, I did manage to get a few shots of Zeke and Zach together. The shot of them in the big chair together makes me laugh as Zach is imitating Zeke chewing on his hand and teething. The one of them in matching green shirts is as they are watching the DVD. While we were sick and likely caused everyone else to get sick, it was still so nice to see family and have the boys together. Zach is growing up so fast and is as sweet and cute as my boy. He is also a real talker these days! I hate that we aren't closer, so we will plan another trip back as soon as possible. Just not when we are sick, I promise.