Summertime

Hello blog readers.  I see a trend forming that I didn't ever think would happen...my blog has definitely taken a back burner to everything else in my life.  I'm not necessarily happy about that, but I just have no motivation to blog lately.  I have lots of updates and thoughts, but just can't seem to form a coherent thought these days!

Anyway, our summer so far has been FABULOUS!  Usually every summer, we pack up the fam and head on a summer missions project with college students or we pack up and go to Colorado for seminary/leadership classes.  However, after 11 years on staff with Cru, we decided it was time for a sabbatical!  And it has been just what we needed.  We have been able to go to the beach, up to Jeff's parents for several days, lots of time with friends, and have just enjoyed being home during the summer for a chance.  Jeff has enjoyed extended time of reading and studying and refreshment which was much needed after a busy year of ministry! My  kids are even sleeping late! Score!!!! I have continued to wake up early before them to workout and spend time reading and praying.  It has just been so wonderful to have a more laid back schedule.  I think having older kids in school really makes me relish breaks from school.  Making lunches, homework, and just the busyness of the school year can really wear you out!

We are also enjoying all the fresh veggies and fruits from the farmers market!  Our two tomato plants have done really well too, and we have eaten our share of tomatoes for sure.  All three big kids can swim so well and are little fish.  If only my busy little munchkin weren't so wild and crazy, we could really enjoy the pool.  One day.

Before the summer, a new addition arrived in the family!  Jeff's sister, Jennifer and her husband Buddy, welcomed little William.  We of course had to go see him and I can't believe he hasn't made his debut on the blog.  He's precious!!!

 

That's all for now!