Stories & Pictures

Hello Summer!

While it's not officially summer according to the calendar, all of my kids are out of school for the next ten weeks...so it's officially summer according to them! They had the "burning of the notebooks" last night, so that seals the deal. 

I love summer. It's probably my favorite season.

I love staying up late and sleeping in late.

I love a house full of kids and all their craziness.

I love sleepovers on weekdays, and big pancake breakfasts.

I love lounging by the pool and taking the dogs on long walks.

I love growing fresh vegetables and eating them!

I love no schedule, no stress, and no carpool.

I love no homework, no school activities, and no tests.

I love picnics by the lake, and reading good books in the shade.

I love just being with my kids and having them around all day.

And I will still love it, even when it's time for it all to end. 

Hello summer, so glad you are here!

 

Mothers Day

I was treated to my annual "Day Off" with the traditional beignets in bed. Bill and the kids made sure my coffee was refilled and my every need was met! The kids made cards for me and they even presented me with this...

Oh, I must be doing something right! How I love these kids and their dad!! It was a wonderful day for which I am truly grateful. My only question is...

Why is it only once a year? I think we should have this little event monthly, don't you? 

Riding in the Rain

It's been raining here almost non-stop. But that hasnt' stopped us from doing the usual school and barn routine. Kelly's annual Horse Show at the barn was last Saturday, and yes, they rode in the rain! 

Meanwhile at home, this little kitty has been making mischief. She loves to hide small items in our shoes. So we must empty our shoes out before putting them on. Lip gloss, hair clips, and any other small item she can steal are her treasures of choice.

She still loves to torment the doggies. The other night after I put them in their crates for the night, she jumped up on top of the crate and started hissing and swatting at them. So unfair. And those poor dogs still want to be friends with her...it doesn't look like they stand a chance! 

Oh, and I still have two teenage boys living here, but they aren't super cooperative about getting their photo taken. They are both taller than me, and faster, so I'm going to have to come up with a new strategy. Wish me luck!