Sick

I've done it again...run myself ragged and now am on day 5 of my rotten cold/sinus gunk! But you want to know the upside? I missed half a day of work on Tuesday, rented a movie, bought a good book, opened a can of chicken noddle, downed some OJ, and vegged out on my couch . It was great (besides feeling crappy)! Is that so wierd that I actually ENJOYED being home sick???

Our last Hoo-Rah before school started!

I'd promoised the boys that after we were in our new house, I would take them to Lagoon before they went back to school. As you can imagine they held me to it and we set off for Lagoon the Saturday before school started! They had so much fun, and I had fun watching them. Overall they were really good, we even came home during the heat of the day and ALL took a nap then went back that evening after dinner. So glad I took them, it was well worth the my sacrifice of time and money!

Payton and Logan on the paratoopers ride, this

was thier favorite!

Payton and I on the bumper cars, he is one
crazy driver!!

THE BOYS FIRST DAY:

Aren't they so big???? I can't believe it.

The boys are now back in school. Josh and I went together to take the boys to school; they were so cute, excited and happy to be at the new school. We're so lucky have such good kids. Logan is in 2nd grade and Payton started Kindergarten. My baby is in Kindergarten!!! I cried a little over Payton starting Kindergarten, I've recovered now but I felt a little sad that week. Things are going well for them so far at school, we've got school carnivals, halloween parties, art class and much more I will be helping with at the school. Gotta love being on the PTA, Fun Fun Fun!

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On another note....

I decided that I will never post if a wait to have time to cover the last 2 1/2 months of our family's life! So, to sum it up, our Summer was CRAZY, STRESSFUL, FUN, BUSY, EXHAUSTING, SPIRITUAL, ENLIGHTENING. ETC. ETC ETC.> Things are going well, we're happy to be moved and settled. Thanks to my wonderful family and friends for all your love, help and support over the last serveral months. Love you all!

Happy Birthday Char!

Well little sister you have reached the ripe 'ol age of ...20... something! How are you feeling? I can't decide if I want to dedicate this blog to all the wise cracks and jokes I can make about you or do something more sentimental....what's a sister to do??? A little of both I guess!

Things I LoVe about you...in a very random order:

1-You can keep me up SUPER late doing nothing in particular and I still have no regrets the morning when I roll out of bed early for work!

2- You are my favorite shopping buddy. Aimlessly searching for "something" and then forgetting what we came for in the first place!

3-A fellow ipod/itunesaholic~the mixes you frequently send me are on my most played list! I love them, they always make me think of you which makes me smile.

4-You are full of sound advice and freely give it out. (even if WE don't ask) ;)

5-You are gifted and talented, no explanation needed.

6-You have a fabulous sense of humor and can make me laugh when I feel like crying!

7-Your family is so important to you and it shows.

8-You are random and fun to be around, I love that you are always up for anything!

9-You have your "own" sense of style when it comes to things you like. Whether its your clothes, shoes, or house it's all you. (as long as there is the mustard color you're good to go!)

10-I can talk to you about anything or nothing relevant and you still listen. OFTEN!

11- You appreciate my random packages I send to you and take time to appreciate all the little embellishments that accompany them!

12- And MANY ~MANY~ MANY more reasons that shall be nameless because this list could go on indefinitely!

I love you dearly my friend, more than words can say, and am so glad you are my sister. I'm glad you had a great day, you deserve it. XOXOXOXOXOXO ~Mel