So it has been a while.... lets see - what has happened......
- On Saturday June 4th we had a memorial service for my Grandma who died in December. I was really close to her so I thought that the day would be hard when it came - but it wasn't. In fact, it was a nice celebration and a good time with the people that she loved. It was a good day after all.
- And now for something completely different: We had the city back sewage up into our basement again (2nd time in 8 years). Lift station quit again (2nd time in 8 years) and now we have to completely redo the basement (2nd time in 8 years). It is not all bad - insurance pays for everything - but, believe me, that is not the way you want to get a new basement.
- As a side note, both times it happened we were away at church. Kinda makes me wonder if it is a sign that we should stop going. :)
- The girls (including Sari) are counting down the last days of school (I keep reminding them that not everyone gets the entire summer off and that - for the good of their health - they should curb their enthusiasm - but they don't listen) :( Year end exams and reviews are part of the household right now
- We are planning a trip to Dauphin as soon as school is out to see Sari's parents and siblings (most of whom will be home - sorry Joel - but we see you all the time anyway). That will be fun. Hoping for nice weather and a good Canada Day at Clear Lake
- Then (if we ever get all the little things fixed on the van) we are planning to head to Oregon for 10 days or so. Why Oregon? Why not? Actually the kids have never seen the ocean - we have never been to Oregon - so that is why. And besides, if the van is going to break down why not be in a foreign country several thousand miles from home, right?
- We may be purchasing a new vehicle (see above)
- Speaking of new vehicles, I have put almost a 1000 kms on my new bike in the last couple of weeks. Ordered saddlebags for it last night. Should be fun for a trip (Speaking of that - Jeremy - how did your Newtown ride/sleeping in the field behind the Casino go? I have been wondering) :)
- In between storms (meaning for about 5 minutes in the last 6 months) Sari got out in the yard, planted flowers, etc. She should get a summer job doing that - I don't think she is ever more happy than when playing in the dirt.
- Sari has a new job in fall. She will be at the same school but she will not be the secretary anymore... she is becoming the "School and Community coordinator". It is a new position designed to support the kids, promote stronger families, give kids the skills to use their talents, etc, etc (Basically - she gets to make it up as she goes - just anything to help the kids be more confident and stronger). She was not technically qualified for the position (as per the job description) but her boss told her to apply b/c she loves the kids so much and was already doing the things that the job would require anyway. Being the "Mommy of Hillcrest" has become not only her mission but her paid job now - so that is exciting for her.
- Katie continues driving lessons... you have been warned.
- Megan has begun drawing everything in sight. She gets that from her mom - I can't draw anything - but she is getting really good.
Ok - that is a bit of an update. I will try to be more consistent about writing here..... if the city keeps it lift station working I may have more time. :)
2 comments:
the Newtown trip was great. was snowing in regina when we left but got progressively warmer as we got south. due to some construction on some of the roads had to detour a bit which resulted in being on a bad hwy at dusk. some of the potholes were the whole way across a lane and about 2 feet deep. a few close calls. but after that it was smooth sailing and the weather to ride home was great on sunday. from saskatoon i put on about 1600km that weekend. good times! glad to hear you are enjoying the new bike
So proud of Sara! (and the rest of you too).
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