Pemberton Family: May 2009 Trip to Marquette

I took Bennett up to Marquette May 13-17th, while Mike had to stay in town and work. It was a solo-trip that I'm hesitant to repeat. Thirty minutes into the drive, Bennett was crying despite the snacks, silly songs, books and videos he had to entertain him. This lasted until he finally fell asleep (for about 45 min) as we crossed into the Upper Peninsula. But it was all fussing and crying when he woke up. I think his car seat is uncomfortable. Or he was bored. Or hungry. Or tired. Or wet. Who knows. All I know is that I almost lost my temper a few times because SEVEN HOURS of crying and fussing will drive you mad!!! We made three stops for lunch/snacks and stretching our legs before we finally (and I mean finally) made it the Marquette. It was like a light-switch though because as soon as we were out of the car, he was so happy and giggly. We ended up having a great time and the return trip wasn't quite as trying because we took a 2-hr break a the cottage. (Any suggestions for super-comfy car seats???)

King's Castle at the Lower Harbor park

Bennett and Claire

Mr.Connor

Snack time

Pointing to the swings - his favorite ride

At Up Front and Company for Jeff's 30th Birthday dinner

Jeff and Margaret are in the process of building a cabin in the Pictured Rocks area. Margaret gave Jeff this "The Fierstines, Cabin on the Lake" sign. It is perfect.

A wagon ride with Papa

On the merry-go-round with Mimi

On the tall slide with mum (I have become leary of heights over the last few years and I pretty much have to tell my legs to go up the stairs. The merry-go-round is also out.)