Project 365, Week 33

Not the first time I've marveled at all that a week can hold...we live crazy enough lives that Mondays can often look very different from Friday. God has uniquely gifted us to deal with the chaos and the "swings". I'm grateful.

August 12

Quiet, peace, beauty...early mornings on the water.

Many, many hours were spent fishing and catching bait for fishing. Shaun so patiently hooked the bait and unhooked the fish over and over again. All three kids were pretty into it.

August 13
Last morning at our little island getaway. There was no power when we woke up, so we were happy to be getting out of there. We're not very hardy and the "charm" of the island had worn off.

August 14
I have several years of blog books printed and occasionally the kids pull them out and go through them, with great delight. Seeing them enjoy it so much makes me very happy about the time I've invested into keeping a family record.

The middle school team, holding a co-ed, informal, pre-season practice.

August 15
Last day of swim lessons.

Amanda, K and I went for a little hike on a beautiful day.

August 16
J got back from Guatemala very early in the morning. She took a little nap and then sat at the kitchen counter and told me all about her trip for a solid hour without taking a breath. To sum it up, it was amazing, incredible, hard work, great people and she loved every second of it.

Avery and Amanda got to have a sleepover and beach day with their closest friends from their old school and soccer team. Such a great group of girls!

While they were there, I was collecting babies. ;) Dakota spent the weekend with us, additionally we did respite for two sisters. It was a bit chaotic, but the kids really jumped in and helped with what needed to be done.

August 17
Aiden wasn't super happy about it (because girls) but the 4 year-old really latched on to him.

My view as I was getting dinner ready after church.

August 18
Sunday morning started early, with lots of little people outside.

Old men. :)

Our Junior Bible Quiz group had a picnic. The kids have formed some special friendships over the past year so it was fun to spend the afternoon together.