Summer is OVER

I cannot believe that I only have 28 days left of summer vacation. Why is it that June drags on while July and August both fly by? Now, I realize August isn't even here yet, but in two short days it will be...then the count down will really be on!

This has been one HOT summer. We finally got A/C this year (thank GOD) and so I'm considerably less tan than in past years. I have spent a lot of time indoors. It's not all bad, though. I've painted part of the inside of my house...still have some left to do, have completely cleaned out and rearranged the little monster's rooms, and cleaned out my "office" which was NO small task.

John, and the kids and I have gone to Silverwood - and might I add the new additions to the waterpark are AWESOME!!!!!! - we've spent a week at Twin Lakes - and been to Eugene, Oregon for the birth of my nephew.

Oh, did I forget...John had his 20th high school reunion this summer. He graduated from Post Falls High School. I'll tell you, the 10 year was fun, but everyone was still in their "cliques" and I believe, trying to show what they have "accomplished" in the 10 years since graduation. The 20 year reunion ROCKED! Everyone seemed really enjoy themselves and just "be" themselves. It was really cool and now I'm looking forward to my 20 year reunion...which will NOT be for another couple of years. Thanks to all who planned the events. Friday night's boat cruise on the River Queen was great and the dinner at Templins on Saturday was splendid.

It's been a fun so far. What can we do for the next 28 days, though???????? Any suggestions...

My "Princess" Turned 3

Well, on Sunday, my baby turned 3. I can't believe it! We had her party on Saturday at my mom's house. Mom made the cake(s) and they turned out AWESOME (as you can see)!!! Each girl got her own princess, and then the rest of us got to eat from the castle. We actually had 5 little boys and only 3 girls. It didn't matter though. Mom gave Bella a Barbie and the Dancing Princess dancing mat and the boys danced on it as much as the girls. I didn't take pictures of it, though, as the dads wouldn't have appreciated it. I think it was cool, though. The boys had a blast!

The kids swam for a few hours and then they opened gifts, ate, played, opened gifts, played, opened gifts, played...you get the picture! We didn't get to bed until late, but who cares, she's 3 now! Only 15 more years to save for college. hahaha

At least I'm not prego and she's not poopin' in the cart at wally world, right Deb??? ;)

July 4th and Friends

The 4th of July has to be my favorite holiday...next to when Daylight Savings Ends and we get an extra hour in our day. (You may think I am kidding, but I am not. That IS my favorite holiday!!!!!! Always has been, always will be!) July 4th reminds me of pool parties at my Nonnie and Poppy's house with all of my cousins, aunts and uncles, and really everyone related to me in any way. The think I looked forward to most, I think, was when my Poppy took the cover off the pool. We were never sure whether the pool would be a beautiful blue color or algae green. Either way, we'd swim!!! :) Or get thrown in!

Anyway, since both of my grandparents have passed on...Poppy passed away last year...we have started our own "traditions". We actually started our tradition while he was still alive, we just did it along with going over to his house. We would go to his house during the day and then head on out to Twin Lakes, Idaho, to our friends Jon and Kymm, and Eric and Kris Carlson's cabin. It is right on the lake and is quite possible the most beautiful and peaceful place on earth. Jon and Eric are brothers...pictured above contemplating firework displays...and they LOVE the fourth of July. They love fireworks but really, they love fire! We love watching their firework display and we also enjoy making s'mores. It is nice to be around friends. It's nice to relax and have fun. I love summer!