Catch Up..

Time flies when you’re having fun. We have had a tremendous time making some local memories and taking a little breather from our everyday chaotic schedules.

We slowed down the pace, rented a lakehouse about 40 minutes from our own. We invited friends and family to join. We were off the grid for 4 full days. We did not go to school, did not leave the house. We made lovely food, drank some fun drinks, played on video games, enjoyed some ping pong, the warmth of the hot tub, walked around the property, and had a fun fire pit, complete with s’mores one night. The boys and their Uncle Jimmy did all the work for that.

Of course, none of this “fun”, comes without some consequences. We do have to get back to reality, we do have to do the school work, and make up the missed work. But, would we do it again? In a heartbeat. The kids loved it, and can’t wait until we can do it again. They are ready already. Well.. so am I, honestly.

Right away, when we came back home, it was unpack, settle in briefly, and then off to Autumn’s orthodontic appointment for braces! Allie had her first counseling appointment, and I had groceries being delivered later that evening.

We settled back into home, geared up for school the next day. (even if we weren’t ready, it was coming).

Adam had his 2nd outing with his “Big” and they went to Climb. He had so much fun, and is warming up to his “Big Sister” rather nicely. It’s building his confidence and becoming more comfortable engaging with others.

Autumn had a doctor appointment this morning, just to get “cleared” for her upcoming in-grown toenail removal on both big toes. She has chosen on her own, to go to the hospital to be put under, for this procedure. She is so very afraid that the local anesthesia won’t work, and she does not want to feel a thing. She’s getting nervous as she counts down the days to this surgery.. 5 days as of today.

Friday, she will have to go the hospital to have a COVID test, and Monday, we go in at 10am for the prep and procedure.

Austin did well on his wit and wisdom today, and even sent me his writing piece via email. He was super proud of his writing, and so am I.

Autumn has Pathfinders tonight, and they will be working on a their kite honor. Should be fun!

Allie has a debate tournament this weekend, at Harding University. Pretty big deal. I won’t be able to attend, but she likes it best that way.

Austin has a Cub Scout Adventure Campout on Saturday/Sunday, so Adam, Austin and I will be doing that while Papa keeps the girls.

There is truly NEVER a dull moment here.

I know for a fact, that no one can keep up with our lives. It’s crazy, fun, busy, exciting, and stressful. But, I would have it no other way.

I live for moments like these.

Parent / Teacher conferences next week for the middle schooler and high schooler, so we will see how those go.

Fun times and good times!