I always knew that I have the best husband in the world - but gee whiz - he still catches me off guard. January and into February was one of our worst on record. I was sick for a whole month. I had bronchitis and a sinus infection and then Ryan got sick. He had a high fever and got sicker and sicker. Four days in, I finally took him to the doctor and he said he had a really bad flu and that we would probably all get it. This is where I proclaim what a bad mom I am, because I know I am supposed to get flu shots for myself and my children because we have lung issues in our family. What can I say? I just never found the time? I don't know what the reason is, but I didn't do it . . . and can I just say that I will NEVER make that mistake again.
That very night, Danny and I came down with the flu - on top of my bronchitis I already had. I was the sickest I can remember being for a long time. I literally did not move from my bed except to use the bathroom for 4 days. It was horrible. Then, poor Brad got sick on Friday night. So, we all managed to get the flu except for Alex . . . go figure because he always gets sick.
The problem was, I just couldn't seem to kick everything even with antibiotics. My birthday was coming up on February 5th and Brad started acting weirder and weirder. Since he is notorious for fabulous birthday surprises, I asked him if he had plans. He finally broke down and told me that he had been planning a surprise Disney trip since Thanksgiving. Emily was even gonna fly down and drive over with us and then fly back to SLC from California. Brad was struggling wondering if he should cancel everything. With more confidence than I actually felt, I told him that things would be fine and we should just go. I was surprised and excited, but boy was I worried.
Things turned out a lot better than I had hoped. I stocked up on my cough meds and my breathing machine and off we went. I'm embarrassed to admit it, but Brad rented a wheelchair to push me around the park. I was just too weak and sick to do all the walking that Disneyland required. Anyway, it was a WONDERFUL surprise and a much needed break in the sunshine for me and my family. I love my awesome husband more than anything. He is the best!!!!
Waiting in line for the Matterhorn
The longest line the whole time was for Toy Story Arcade. Ryan got tired of standing :)
Space Mountain
I LOVE the miniature villages in Storybook land!!
Alex and Danny look thrilled don't they?!
Ryan was so excited to be able to ride everything and to "drive" the Indiana Jones car
I love these kiddos and it sure makes me miss Elder McBride :)
