The Wet life....

I have often said that I would rather have a pool than a house. My poor kids feel the effects of my wishful dream every summer as we spend every waking hour (ok, well not that much time, but a lot of it anyway) at the pool. This summer was spent teaching swimming lessons and helping with swim team so that my kids could swim on the team. It was so much fun. We are all fifty shades darker than we started. (Yes, we used three bottles or more of sunscreen), but still. They kids have become great swimmers and I am so happy that they love it as much as I do. :)

Going to Middle School...

Having fun with the cousins at Sunsplash

So, Sam is a seventh grader now. Yes, he is in middle school. I can't believe it! I can remember when I was in middle school. I didn't think it was that long ago. Apparently, it was. :(

Anyway, he is loving it! He is growing up before my eyes. He will be 13 soon so I'm sure it will all go downhill from there. Ahhh, teenage years...

Amanda's Visit...

So last week, Amanda (my dear sister) came to visit. We had a great time. I really appreciate her and her kids. We went to Sunslash and had the best time ever. We played on her cricuit (so much fun!), went swimming, slept, ate, and just visited like crazy. I am writing this mostly to share how much fun we had, but also to let her know how much I treasured our time together. I am lucky to have a sister that would drive 16 hours form Dallas with her five kids (ages 2- 12) jsut because she thought I might need a friend. Thanks Amanda, I love you!

Fresh Start...

Wow, it has been a while since I blogged last. I know it's not because I have nothing to say, probably just not too sure how to say it. Actually, there are a lot of things going on in the world of crazy... The kids did swim team this summer ( I will write about and post pics later)...I taught swim lessons for nine weeks, yes nine, never again for that long...I went to girl's camp as the camp director...kept chickens, dogs, a cat and a garden alive all summer (which is an amazing thing for me:)... and just really enjoyed my summer. I will post pictures and updates about things in the following days. I am glad to be back. Ready for a new start. Love to you all! :)

Spring Has Sprung...

So, it has finally arrived. It has been windy, hot, cold, and weird all at the same time. It amazes me how the weather can change instantly. I love this time of year though. We have planted most of our garden and if it can survive the elements, we should end up with a nice variety of crops. If I survive the elements, it will just be nice. Happy spring to you and yours! :) (P.S. Happy birthday Amanda!)