Best laid plans

The best laid plans of mice Brent and men Heather often go astray.

Plan for the weekend: enjoy time at the Dells with some good friends.

Step 1: travel to Wisconsin Dells. Check

Step 2: check in to swanky digs. Check

Step 3: settle in, begin to unwind, snack and drink. Check

Step 4: take the kids swimming. Check

Step 5: return to swanky digs, mix up some appetizers and enjoy the first night. Sorta check

This is where it all goes downhill.....

Step 6: measure Josie's temperature. Check

Step 7: lay with her in bed while she moans and complains about her head, throat, ears, and tummy. Check

Step 8: clean up Josie's vomit. Check

Step 9: pack up and head home first thing Saturday morning. Check

Step 10: visit the doctor. Check

Step 11: pick up antibiotics for ear infection. Check

Step 12: purchase plastic bubble for Josie and begin planning next year's trip. Check