three month break

Lots has happened. Life has been fun.
And now it's time to get some work done!

I recently had a week away from my motherly responsibilities and it was invigorating. It gave me motivation to do the things that I need to do AND want to do. I will someday figure out this job called 'mom'!

I did finally get some projects done that have been taking up space in my basement, and then on the back patio, and then in the garage. Fixed up my black table and chairs: sold same day as posted. Makes me happy.

I also finished a couple of halloween decoration that I've pinned the last couple of years.

AND I got a credit!! (teacher re-certification) I have 2 and have 4 more to go by Sept. um, I better get going on that one. . ..

I'm just so happy that I can do all my mom duties and fit in the things that I want to do without feeling overwhelmed. Doesn't happen all the time, just this week. really. first time for everything.

And here's July:

enjoying dinner at the zoo

our favorite past time

addi being a stink

4th of July; LOVE my camera!!

Addi enjoying her sparkler

 And some August:

Emmalee in 3rd and Blake in 1st

my birthday. my mom was so wonderful and made me my favorite cake!

11 years babe!! enjoyed dinner at the Mona Lisa (and get this we paid under $10 for our meal!! thanks to my wonderful brother and his wife who gave us a gift certificate for Christmas and for coupons!)