Wesley's outbreak of hives

Having to explain to Wesley why he has to stay home today rather then go to school. He has broken out in hives all over his body and can't stop itching!! He is so sad to miss school and the book fair. **If my parents said I didn't have to go to school I would be having a party!!

Today we will work on at home treatments and re-wash all his laundry in new detergent. Can't figure out what caused this!!

Weekend Fun

Soccer Season is in full swing and we are enjoying watching Wesley play. We have had two games and he has scored in both games (go Wes!!!). Collins helped Ryan move to a new apartment. Lauren and I met up with the kiddos to go to a beach party in her neighborhood. The kids had a
Great time spending time with their cousins. Cailyn did get sick Sunday morning so we chilled all day. She is feeling fine now!

Easter at Grammy and Pops

The kids and I drove to the beach to see Grammy and Pops and back to the crystal coast. We had a great trip and was happy to be back in NC. We had one really nice day so we were able to go to the beach. Wes and I were able to get in a couple runs. He was a great running buddy (besides having to carry him one time because of stomach cramps, 76lbs gets heavy fast!). We enjoyed hanging out with Grammy and Pops and going to some of our old stomping grounds - Sugarloaf, El's and trying out some new ones! The big kids were able to go to Sunday School on Easter and loved it. Cailyn wasn't able to go due up pink eye. Collins drove down Friday and left Sunday ( he was happy to be back too) It was a great trip and we look forward to going back this summer! Thank you, Grammy and Pops!!

Manassas National Battlefield

Not even 10 minutes from our house is a huge Battlefield which is where the battle took place during the Civil War July 21, 1861. I love Civil war history (mainly Gone With the Wind) but I still love learning what I can. We took the kids to this "park" and walked and explored. It was awesome and the kids walked over 4 miles and didn't fuss (much). We took a horse trail to the river and saw the treasured blue bells in bloom. Absolutely breathtaking. Of course, I couldn't help but think of Bonnie Blue... (I love GWTW). Here are pictures from our wonderful adventure. Can't wait to go back.

Cailyn is all registered for Kindergarten!!!

She is ready to be a cub!!! Future class of 2029.... Good grief, that seems like forever away but don't blink because it will be here before we know it!!!! We went to lunch with Wesley and she left saying "I can't wait to be a kindergartener". (My heart isn't quite ready!!!)

2015 Ruppert Banquet

Collins and I attended the 2015 Ruppert Banquet last night. This was Collins first year attending (5th one) as a Branch Manager. It's a little different now! He had to speak in front of 450 people on Thursday. (The thing he has dreaded most since taking the job) and Friday teach a class. Then Friday night Collins has to give an Impact Award at this banquet. It was a lot of firsts for Collins but like most things he was very methodical about preparing for it and from the feedback from his peers did a wonderful job. If there was ever a company to work for it is Ruppert. They are at the cutting edge with technology (they have a app developed by their own IT guys), they truly believe in giving back to community, and the way they care for their employees is beyond exceptional (oh, they cut grass nicely too!!). I had a good long talk with the owner of the company, Craig Ruppert, he knew my name and asked me about the move, kids and even really wanted to know how I was adjusting. Also, gave me a much needed pep talk.

I am so proud of Collins and loves hearing from his peers how much they love working with him. It was a huge sacrifice when Collins took this job 4 yrs ago but Collins was absolutely right that his move to Ruppert was one of the best decisions he ever made. We now have 5 more days until our next big adventure!! Ruppert is sending Collins and I along with 32 other couples to go to Atlantis for 4 days.

Alexander Graham Bell Report

Lawson had a big Famous Scientist Report due today. She did a great job and I really admire her work ethic. We did have to have some lengthy in-depth conversations (tears) about plagiarism but we worked through it. She was so proud of herself and almost giddy as she put the finishing touches on her board. I asked her what she was most proud of and she said "this is my own words and work and it looks great." Good job, L-bean!!! We are so proud of you!

Don't take life so seriously!!!

Have a great week!!
Love,
The Silly Fitts Kids!!

Big Red Milestone

The Saturn Outlook is doing great and hit a big milestone today!!! We just got her a new battery and oil change so Big Red is good to go for another 100K. Ha!

Can you believe how bitter cold it is at 2PM???? The wind is brutal!!

Sleepover!!!!

This weekend the Bowen Bunch came to spend the night at the Fitts' Casa. We had a great time and the kids were awesome! I'm pleased to say Jeb and I bonded and slept through the night!!! The kids love each other so much and I am so thankful they will grow up with there cousins!!! I also added pictures Lauren sent me...(this is how her house looks without kids around!!!)