Heat Wave...

Wow...it seems as though the heat wave is breaking. Lots of water and sleeping down stairs where you can actually breathe has helped. These are the days that I hate working...I just want to stay home and take my kiddos to the beach. Oh well, soon enough.

A week ago...

Last Wednesday night we were recovering from our 6.2 mile hike and preparing for Maine the next day. That is crazy. Okay...Jaye just dumped here plate of eggs to make room for ice cream, WHERE IS AUNT KELLY.

Good Memories...

Jo getting Michael and Jaye ready for bed
Ben coaching Michael and Jaye in backyard boxing

(Rocky IV music was playing in the background)

Jason and I buried Jaye on the beach at Drakes Island
Kelly, Jason, and I freezing on the Camel's Hump summit (the first time around)

Well Jason, Kelly, Ben, and Jo just left the driveway. I am sad. I know I will see them in just a month, but when I say good-bye it always reminds me of the distance between my brothers and I. I hate the fact that the road to Michigan is so long. I cherish my time spent with my family and I praise God for the time he gives us, but I am always sad when the time comes to an end. How can I not be?

Family is on their way...

What an eventful week we have ahead of us. I just hope it doesn't go too quickly. Cider House, kayaking, t-ball, hiking, graduation, camping, beaches, Maine, Loaded Questions, and time spent talking, laughing, and enjoying family. I can't wait to see everyone Saturday morning. We love you guys and please have a safe trip.

For Your Enjoyment!

So Jeff and I went out and purchased a new toy. He so kindly named it after his wonderful wife. Just kidding...we saw this while riding around in Jeff's dad's fishing boat. Someday maybe...

Weak Stomachs Should Proceed to Next Post

WHAT IS THIS???

Oh Beautiful...

Memorial Day weekend consisted of Jaye singing a solo at church Sunday morning, "America, the Beautiful." She did an awesome job, so cute. On Monday we took the boat out for a spin around the newly filled reservoir here in Waterbury Center. It was all fun, until we reached about about a mile out from the boat ramp and the motor clunked out. It was actually still fun as Jeff and I rowed out around a jut so the wind would be on our side pushing us back. Mike worked on the motor while Sharon and the kids sang rounds of "Row Row Row Your Boat. " It was a good time with good views. We ended with a campfire at our house, where Jaye passed out in Grompa's arms, see www.mjaye.blogspot.com for pics of that.