We went camping in Moab last weekends with the Landies (Don, Ruthie, Jake and Dylan), their friends Jamie, Patrick and their 2 boys Dylan and Josh, and Ruthie's brother Joey and her Mom, Carol. Our first camping trip as a family of 3!! :) We pulled into camp around 10pm and I tried to settle Burke into bed. Well...he wouldn't have it! He had a meltdown and nothing would calm him down. Usually a good feeding will always relax him, but he wouldn't even eat. I think the new smells and sights and sleeping in the same bed as Mom and Dad (he sleeps in his own crib in his own room at home) were too much to handle. Plus, the campground we were in packed the patrons in there like sardines so when you opened the van door, there were 12 people around a campfire 3 feet away. No kidding. I was worried about Burke and worried about being annoying to our neighbors so I in turn was having a meltdown. Stu kept his cool (thanks babe!) and suggested that we get a hotel room for both nights and that's what we did. Burke immediately went to sleep when we were in a quieter place. We spent the next day in Arches National Park and he had a fun time playing around in the sun. That night he slept 11, yes 11, hours!!! I think the movement and sunshine tuckered him out! :) Overall, I'd say that he adjusted really well to all the new experiences. At 3 1/2 months old, Burke is the ultimate adventure baby! Way to go Burke!
All packed up on the van and headed out of town. We pulled over twice to feed Burke. He travels in the car very well. Thank goodness!!
Me, Stu and Burke in front of Delicate Arch (way in the background).
This infant carrier was a little too big for Burke to fit comfortably. We ended up facing him towards Stu's chest and he handled that much better. Dad and Burke look so cute!
Ruthie and I at Sand Dune Arch. It was pretty hot out, but Ruthie was freezing so she wore her down coat the entire time. :)
Our fam at Sand Dune Arch.
Burke and Stu enjoying the hike, and taking a time out in the shade.
Our little man in Arches! What a big boy!! I love the brimmed hat he has on.
Group photo at the trail head of Sand Dune Arch.
From left to right: Rachel, Stu, Burke, Dylan, Don, Ruthie, Jake.
Joey, Ruthie's brother, holding Simon.
Headed home. Burke and his pot belly are ready to go! :)
All packed up on the van and headed out of town. We pulled over twice to feed Burke. He travels in the car very well. Thank goodness!!
Me, Stu and Burke in front of Delicate Arch (way in the background).
This infant carrier was a little too big for Burke to fit comfortably. We ended up facing him towards Stu's chest and he handled that much better. Dad and Burke look so cute!
Ruthie and I at Sand Dune Arch. It was pretty hot out, but Ruthie was freezing so she wore her down coat the entire time. :)
Our fam at Sand Dune Arch.
Burke and Stu enjoying the hike, and taking a time out in the shade.
Our little man in Arches! What a big boy!! I love the brimmed hat he has on.
Group photo at the trail head of Sand Dune Arch.
Joey, Ruthie's brother, holding Simon.
Headed home. Burke and his pot belly are ready to go! :)
That's brave! I love the purple velvet seats in your van...so cool :)
ReplyDeleteBoy is he getting big!!!