a smack in the face.

What's next? What is the next big adventure, project, move, opportunity? What is the plan for the future?

Well, I just had a revelation! I am obsessed with the above questions. I am always thinking of a new plan. Always looking to improve our current situation or always trying to figure out what ministry or project does God want me on. When all the while I have a home, neighbors, and of course children and husband that already are my ministry! So maybe my questions should be where do I already live, what am I doing already, what opportunities do I miss in my search for my next opportunity? Am I being a good steward with things as they are? Time to take inventory of where I am needed ALREADY.

It's the end of the world as we know it...or at least the school year is over.

Every year since the boys have been in school, I start to panic when summer gets closer. There is some sort of physical pressure that I feel. Like when you squeeze a water balloon or a tube of toothpaste. The thing is that if I don't have a plan complete with time schedule and list of goals for the summer, we will just watch tv and their brains will turn to mush! And like the minty tube I will explode! You can't get that stuff back in there! So, you can imagine my minor relief and excitement when the school sent home a program that we can do on our own over the summer. The package includes a workbook, activity kit, and computer program for next grade level readiness! I am really looking forward to it! The boys are, too.

As far as goals. I want them each to read a grade appropriate book on their own. Christian needs to work on his "love of reading", Connor will be practicing his spelling, Cameron needs help with rhyming and reading on his own, and Calvin's goal is to be potty trained before his birthday in August...we are well on our way! And for him to start more colors and shapes and even letters. Of course, we will be having tons of fun on our vacation back home...practice swimming in a pool and lots of family time. And during travel I would like for Christian and Connor to lead us by our itenerary, and learn air travel.

Phew!!!! I am semi-ready...