Boat People

Honestly, this was the best summer ever! I am obsessed with the Fox River (Blech! Never thought I'd say that!), relaxing on the water, and mostly just enjoying seeing the JOY on my boys' faces. I can't help but smile. They never tire of being on Babop's and Nonny's boat...and neither do I!!

Doesn't Matthew's hair look like Ace Ventura: Pet Detective's hair?!?! :)

Even the Captain gets to enjoy the water!! :)

Critter Gitters

The joys of boys...again. It doesn't matter if they go outside at night, my kids can find SOMETHING interesting or ALIVE. This night, Ethan went outside to get a toy he'd left in the grass and came in without the toy, but rather a tiny toad he found hopping in front of the deck. I tell you what...these little surprises don't surprise me anymore. They make me smile. This is the stuff that makes life good.

Life Changes

This little beauty flew by me shortly before an interview. I had high hopes that it was a sign of a wonderful change in my future. It really was! In case you haven't heard, I'm finally teaching. I feel so much happier and I know I'm doing exactly what I was meant to do. :)

Wakeboarding

This summer, Matthew had the opportunity to take free wakeboarding lessons at the Broken Oar in Cary, IL. I think he assumed this would be real easy, but he found out quickly, that this new sport wasn't as easy as catching a baseball is. Maybe next summer we can convince him to give it another try. It sure is fun watching the talented kids do tricks on the water!!