It's been a good while since I have written anything. Maybe it is the mound of boxes, clothes, and chaos that surrounds me as we continue to move into the house. Actually, the downstairs is looking pretty livable - aside from the garage, which I think is slowly driving Dave mad. He is a man of order and a messy garage is killing him.

Kids are all great. The school is busting at the seams with children and they are adding new teachers in each of my kids' grades. I fear that each will be moved into a new classroom as they add teachers; Parker already has. We registered late, obviously, so we are the last on the totem pole. Either way, they are resilient and adjust well, so I'm not too concerned. Parker's cast is off and he can now boast one of the ugliest arms I have seen in a long time. I think he will have some interesting scars...which will only further encourage him to tell people the gruesome and detailed story of breaking his arm.

We are in full swing of school, soccer, Webelos, church dinners and socials, and whatever else life throws our way. I've even been sucked into a BUNCO group in the neighborhood. The first night felt like something out of Desperate Housewives, but they are basically a good group of "ladies".

Dave is loving work. He is still at about 3 days a week, but his schedule is slowly filling up and then he will work another day. He surprised me with that trip to the coast a couple of weeks ago for our anniversary...totally got me. I had no idea. It was fabulous.

We have inherited Bailey (Mike & Brooke's golden retriever) for a while. Much to Brooke's disbelief, we feel honored to have her here, rather than obligated. She is a well-trained, gentle and loving dog. We are all really enjoying her.

I've written enough. It's great hearing from all of you. We love you all!

Adina