Summertime is coming to a close.

Tomorrow will mark our last week of Summer Vacation.  Honestly I'm not quite sure I'm ready for it! 

It's been a water-filled 3 months with beach time, lake time, and pool time.  I've loved it because last year Beau was too little to do those things.  So I was determined that this year would be full of water and sunshine! 

Mission accomplished. 

It's been a Summer mixed with good times and sad times too.  There has been laughter and fun.  There have been angry tears and broken hearts.  There have been great times with friends. 

And frustrations.

But it's been a good Summer because I think I've grown alot.  I've learned (still learning...do you ever stop?) so much more about parenting.

I've learned more about God's sovereignty in ALL things.  I've learned how He is faithful in the worst of times and the best. 

I've learned that people don't belong on pedastals. 

I've seen the ugliness of pride in many ways and that EVERYONE struggles with it.  And if you don't think you do....well there you have it! 

I've learned more about Gods's grace.  We all need it.  (see above statement)

I've learned that sometimes it's better to keep silent and not be defensive.  Let things go.  People are going to do what they do and say what they say and think what they think.  I just let it roll off like water on a duck's back.

I've become a better runner.  I've discovered a determination in me that I didn't know I had.  Some people might call it stubborn. :)  I prefer DETERMINED.  :0

This has been a Summer that I know I won't forget!

So even though the actual Summer season isn't over for several more weeks yet, school starts for us NEXT week.  I think it will be good for us to get into a routine again although I sometimes like to fly by the seat of my pants.  However I do understand the importance of a schedule!   

I've liked the extra time for blogging.  Hopefully I will still keep up with it.  It's been fun. 

Thankyou for those who have prayed about our situation with the land.  A couple of weeks ago we received a call from the state EPA (an attorney working for them).  He met Cory out there at the land to see what was going on and is now working on our case.  This happened right after my most recent post about the land.  We also found out that we will not be held responsible for what the previous owner had done.  Very good news!  Just thought I would let you know.  So thankyou for praying and please keep it up!