One of my problems while on the road is settling in. I always feel like we might be missing out on some great cultural or educational opportunity we might never see again. I want to jam as much adventure in as possible.
Last night we got into St. Louis (Scott AFB), and before I even drank my coffee this morning, I got on my Ipad to see what the hours were for the Gateway Arch, The Childrens Museum, The Cahoka Mounds, and The Zoo. But what I kept thinking was how nice it would be to have a down day. A lazy Sunday. After several hours of hem-hawing, we decided to forget the sightseeing and enjoy the beauty of US. I lounged on the couch - for the first time ever - watching Sunday afternoon football, and enjoying my view.
Maybe it is because it is a drizzly day or maybe it is because I realize this is our home (not just a vacation camper) that allowed me to slow down and relax. I am not going to feel guilty about letting the kids play in their room, or letting the dishes pile up, or ordering out.
And look what happened when I just let the kids do whatever
Maia drew a picture of our campsite - the road, grass, shower-house, and the camper.
I became to subject of a hair clip fashion show,
and now,
I am going to finish enjoying my snuggling and lounging.
Next time STL is on your route, you MUST take the kids to the City Museum. The name is misleading as it is not really a museum. I believe that it is much better than the magic house. Give yourself at least half a day, if not all. Full of places to climb, slide, hide and play. Even a 10 story spiral slide!
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