Being the sneaky parents we are we waited until Madilyn went down for her nap to leave for our kid free vacation. We started our day at the outlet malls in Dahlonega. We had lunch at Long Horn and then headed over to Lily Creek Lodge Bed and Breakfast. Our room is very comfortable. It is a little weird being the only guest at the lodge. However, being the only guest makes for nice quiet surroundings.
Family
The Lloyd family consist of David, Donna, Caleb and Madilyn. We are just like any other family and are trying to make the most of our lives. The post found within this section are about our everyday life from my point of view and maybe an occasional musing from David.
Kid Free- Day 1
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010Getting away
Monday, September 20th, 2010
David and I are headed out for a few days of peace and relaxation. I am very thankful to my sister, Deanna for coming to take care of the kids so that David and I can enjoy a few days away. I love my kids, but David and I need some time to focus just on the two of us. We are going to stay at Lilly Creek Lodge in Dahlonega, GA. Dahlonega is just a short drive from home and is located in the mountains. (more…)
Back on schedule
Tuesday, September 14th, 2010
This week the Lloyd Family has gotten back on a normal schedule. The alarm sounds at 6:30 am and we are all up starting our day. Yesterday, I went back to work for the first time since prior to my surgery. I had a great first day back. I had to keep reminding myself that my in-box did not pile up over night, so it will take time before I see the bottom of the box. David made my day by having a dozen red roses delivered to my office. (more…)
Back to School
Monday, September 13th, 2010
I am six weeks late to the party but I am heading back this morning. Not sure what I will find when I arrive on campus but I know that I will have a ton of catching up to do. I have received grade updates for my students and way too many of them have taken advantage of my not being there and are failing. I am going to have get it through the heads of these students that play time is over and they have to get busy. (more…)
Labor Day Weekend- Day 4
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010
We enjoyed our time as a family on this long weekend. The weather was perfect. It was nice for us to be able to get away and relax for a few days without the worries of everyday life getting in the way of our having a little bit of fun. (more…)
Labor Day Weekend- Day 3
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010
Once again we spent our morning at the Wilderness of the Smokies water park. Madilyn became a little more adventuresome this morning and decided she would go down the slide. Madilyn loves animals so we thought it would be fun to take in a dinner show at the Dixie Stampede. (more…)
Labor Day Weekend- Day 2
Tuesday, September 7th, 2010
Madilyn was up bright and early wanting to have a swimming day. She loves to play in the water. We headed down to the water park and stayed until lunch and nap time. When Madilyn got up from her nap we headed into town. The past several times we have gone to Pigeon Forge Caleb has wanted to visit WonderWorks so we decided that we would visit the only upside down attraction in Pigeon Forge. (more…)
Labor Day Weekend- Day 1
Monday, September 6th, 2010
We decided to take advantage of the Labor Day weekend and take a trip up to Pigeon Forge, TN. Last time we went we all enjoyed the “Wilderness of the Smokies Resort” so we decided to stay there again. We left town around 2 on Friday afternoon and made it to Pigeon Forge around 6:30. Madilyn was so excited when she realized we were going to have a “swimming day.”
We spent some time at the indoor water park and then called it a night.
Shopping, School & Home Improvements
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
This past week has been busy, mostly with shopping. Madilyn has been growing like a little weed these past few weeks and most of her clothing is too tight for her to wear comfortably. We spent a lot of time this week shopping for some clothing items that she could wear now and transition into fall with. Finding these types of clothing items is difficult since it is still pretty hot here. Madilyn had a blast trying on shoes and clothing. She acted like a little model leaving the dressing room to show daddy and whoever else would look at her what she had tried on. We may be in for some trouble when she gets older. (more…)
Gotta Love Dates
Tuesday, August 24th, 2010
At church on Sunday our pastor reminded the men of the church that they need to date their wives and treat them like they did while they were dating. I am so glad that David does not need that reminder. For the past several years we have made a consciouses effort date each other. No matter what we do on the date it is always nice to spend time alone and to focus on each other without distractions. (more…)