Summer Time

Isn't summer the best?!! We have had a great summer at the Hallmark House! The boys and I have managed to spend most of our days swimming and playing outside. I LOVE having time at home to do exactly what WE want to do. I think time at home being ourselves brings out the best in all of us!

Our neighbor has graciously allowed us to enjoy their pool again this summer. The house next door has been for sale for almost 2 years, and they need some happy little children to "mix the chlorine" in their pool. We can definitely take care of that! 2 boys + water = happiness

Speaking of water....we have LOVED going to the lake this summer. This has been the first full summer of using our boat, and we love it! We have spent almost every Saturday on the lake. We take a huge picnic, snacks, and lots of water toys...find an island...and RELAX. It is great for us and the kids wear themselves out swimming and playing in the water. I can't wait to see the fall leaves from the boat. I KNOW it will be beautiful near the mountains!

My poor hubby injured his foot during 4th of July festivities on the lake. This has left him unable to exercise, work in the yard, and participate in any physical activities. Bless his heart....he is so ready to get back to normal!! He looks so pitiful hobbling around here with one good foot. He is supposed to get a smaller cast in a few weeks, so hopefully he will be able to do more. I have had fun with all my new responsibilities, though.

I participated in a yard sale last weekend! Yes...no more junk around here! I cleaned out, threw away, and donated for two weeks straight!! I LOVED it! I absolutely love to organize. Our house feels so much cleaner. I think I will have a yard sale every year. NO....I didn't make a ton of money, but the cleanliness was definitely worth the work! Anyone need help????

We only have one week until we go to the beach. Praise the LORD!!! I love going to the beach. Our family enjoys spending HOURS snorkeling and looking for shells in the sand. Cole has joined in our family's love for a good pair of goggles and will probably be able to participate for the first time. The previous years were spent keeping him out of the waves and trying to keep his goggles on his head!!! This year should be a lot of fun. We are going with family this year, so it will be nice to have a little extra entertainment for the boys.

This was nice...maybe I will post a little sooner next time! :)