We've just spent another fun and relaxing night with the Vancouver Stinchfields...to officially celebrate Isaac's 11th birthday. He got a new bike and loved all of his other gifts. Marnie - the shoes were a huge hit, so thank you! I think you've really started something...

School starts next week. Considering what a noisy and busy summer it has been, you'd think I'd be jumping at the chance to send the kiddos back, but in all honesty, I know I will be so lonesome without them. I'm pretty pathetic. We just really have a lot of fun together and every day seems to go too fast to do all we wanted to. Anyway - we have all their school supplies, Isaac has his schedule - he is in middle school now, so he has different periods to go to. He is nervous, but takes comfort in the fact that most of his friends will be there with him.

The Hood to Coast is this weekend. I know Dave is ready and I hope it is a great experience for him. His legs are at 3pm, 1am, and 10 am approximately. We are hoping for tolerable weather and no injuries. We went and got him a new pair of running shoes. Ouch. Brent - all I can say is Thank you - for saving us so much money for so long. :) Now we have to pay what normal people pay.

Our 13th Anniversary is tomorrow. Doesn't seem like it's only been 13 years - I honestly feel like I've been with Dave forever. And I mean that in the best way possible. We have the purchase of the practice looming over us - it consumes much of our thoughts and conversations. We are also prone to 'heated discussions' in front of family...but it is a big decision. In the end, we will rely heavily upon the advice and wisdom of K&B - and upon our own good sense. But truth be told, I have total faith in Dave and trust him completely. After all, the last 13 years have just been getting better and better.

Enough mush. Love the Andrew pictures - he is an adorable boy. Can't wait to see you all again.
Love, Adina