Time away...........

 Patrick and I had the priviledge  of getting away for a weekend a couple of weeks ago, thanks to Mom and Dad watching five kiddos for us. That was a huge blessing, because we couldn't have done it without their help.  It was so nice to get away from the norm of life, which for us is very busy always, with life at home and running a business.   Running a business is not like a 8-5 job where husband comes home every day and his work is done.  It's like being a Mom, you're never "off work" and your job as a Mom doesn't end. Running a company means you never turn off your phone, and there's no such thing as being "off work".  I'm very greatful for my husband and how hard he works.  Often times he goes back to work after the children are in bed for the night, so as not to take away from time with them.    So, being away and being able to just relax and have a break from it all was so nice, and something we could use once a year ;).   Jackson got to come, but was such a good baby, and enjoyed all the extra attention he got!

 This was the beautiful place we stayed at on Marathon Key.  It was so rustic and private, and we enjoyed our stay there.  There were manatees that came up to the dock at one point, unfortunately I didn't have my camera handy then....

 We enjoyed lunch outside on our first day..