Time Flies

Oh where, oh where, did the summer go?

We spent a lot of the summer camping, riding dirt bikes, and settling into our new home.

And to send the season out with a bang, J and I took the boys on a SURPRISE! trip to Disney World.  Up until the very last minute we had them believing we were going on a week-long camping trip. Evan had never been on an airplane and A had only once, when he was 2. So the entire trip was a new experience for them. We had a fantastic time. Pics will be posted soon, after I get J to download them from his laptop.

The boys started school on Monday, the 23rd.  A is now a 5th grader, the tallest in his class: big surprise :), (but he is also the oldest).  E is in 1st grade, and is the tallest in his class too, but he is the youngest.  So far both boys really like their teachers. A made a friend right away, a boy named Blake that is in his class. It is a great relief that he is making new friends, that are his age, and he is happy.  E has a zillion new friends but still plays alone at recess, "Because I have fun all by myself Mom!".

On the home front we have lots of unfinished projects awaiting us, that were set aside so we could enjoy the warm weather. We have a fence to finish building, painting to wrap up, and then a whole list of to-do's. I don't really mind though, while the mounds of unpacked boxes and unfinished items can stress me out, I also take comfort in knowing that it is our house, and we can do what we want when we want. 

In two weeks Jeremy and I will celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary. I am so lucky to be married to such a funny, intelligent man who is an incredible father and friend.

J will celebrate his 33rd birthday in September.

E will turn 6 towards the end of September.

And the beginning of October brings A's 11th birthday.

Autumn is my very favorite season.  The cooler weather, the gorgeous colors, the wonderful foods; I can't wait.

I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful family and life.