Extreme Heat!

Chicago has been experiencing some extreme temperatures this summer & we've had many days in the 90's & several 100 degree days.  It's been difficult to allow the kids to be outside more than 30 minutes at a time.  Emmett doesn't do well on these hot, hot days & even Jack is quickly worn out.  Not to mention, Nora can't be out there! 

So, John & I decided we'd pick up & pack up & get these kids out of this house!  They're starting to crawl the walls & frankly we could all use some semblance of a "vacation!"  We decided a hotel not too far away with a pool would do us just fine.  We headed to Kenosha, got provisions at our favorite spot, Woodmans (if you've never been there and happen to be passing through Kenosha you MUST stop!  Best liquor department you'll ever encounter!), and checked into the Best Western.  Nothing fancy, but all the things we were looking for.  The best part is that the kids thought it was the greatest weekend ever!

 Jelly Belly Factory gives FREE tours...fun hats & jelly beans included!!!

A little beach time...John was stuck in the car with a hungry baby who eats incredibly slowly & a tired toddler who was taking a long nap!  Molly, Jack, & I had a fun hour of beach time...I could have stayed out there ALL day!
Our two night stay was just what everyone needed to regroup & rejuvinate. 
As always, Monday came all too quickly!