We just returned from three nights down in Williamsburg for the 4th of July. We had a great time despite some illnesses! The week before poor Rollin was waking up in the middle of the night once a night which is VERY unlike him. I did not think much of it, he had a runny nose, but always seems to have one. On Wednesday afternoon, after his nap, he had a fever of 103.5. Yikes! I immediately took him to the doctors and found out he had a double ear infection. Our first experience in the Scandlen family with an ear infection. Poor guy got started on antibotics right away and started feeling better about 48 hours later. I just felt horrible for not taking him in to the doctors sooner. Next time, I will know. The second day we were down in Williamsburg, we took the boys to Busch Gardens. Everett was fine at the beginning, but then started acting strangely. Had a meltdown (which rarely happens) and then fell asleep at the lunch table at 11 a.m. (usual nap time is 2 p.m.). We had no idea what was wrong, figured he was just tired. Went home, went to nap, woke up, fever of 103. Yikes! He laid around all evening, drank lots of water and was generally in a good mood. The next morning he was fine. We did not think much of it, but then two days later he got horrible blisters on his feet! Turns out he had Hand, Foot and Mouth disease. Who knew? Despite our medical issues, we had a wonderful visit to Williamsburg. The boys always love spending time with my parents and enjoying the pool, going out on the boat, to the farmer's market, Busch Gardens and the Virginia Living Museum. We wore them out! Here are some photos of our trip. We are having the best summer so far- spending a lot of time at the pool and sprayground and generally just enjoying the nice (albeit hot!) weather.
