I'm Alive

Really I am,

Despite finding someone's tooth in my salad.

It wasn't mine.

I'll let you chew on that thought for a bit.

I hyperventilated for a few hours.

I still don't know whose it is...

We're back together again after a few adventures.

Mark & Sofi backpacked in WI.

Heat exhaustion brought them home two days later.

Linnea was at Covenant Point in the U.P.

Amazing time on an island.

No running water or electricity.

Had the time of her life.

Izzy lived it up at Covenant Harbor for three nights.

She hid in her bunk upon my arrival.

She loved it that much.

So thankful for amazing counselors.

Carl's been marching ALL day long.

His schedule is ridiculous.

Why is everything so intense these days?

No pic of him.

He'd be absolutely mortified.

I've been up to a few adventures of my own.

I think I can spill the beans in a day or two.

It will turn our world upside down.

Ready or not,

back to school is coming,

very very soon.

-julie

Do You Zoku?

We bought Mark an early Father's day gift...

and have been playing with it every day.

Seven minutes and you have three popsicles.

You can even add fruit...

I'd love to know what others think of this little gadget.

Since we need more three popsicles, you can make another batch or two right away.

Then you freeze it again.

Today's flavor?

Belgium chocolate pudding from Trader Joe's.

I may not be sharing. :)

-julie

Quote of the Summer

"Oh no guys, I think she's looking for some junk to pick up." Sofi, Age 6

This said, while en route to the Quarry yesterday. Last year I scored this old door on one of our drives to the Quarry. The kids still talk about slouching down in their seats to make room for it!

I'm quite happy with this door...and yes, I'll keep looking for junk!

The Quarry is our town swimming pool. It's an old stone quarry that's been redone over the years. I don't know how much longer it will be around. But for me and the kids, the sand and the sun is pure bliss on a hot day.

I looked up yesterday to see Izzy on the center island dancing to "I Gotta Feeling." There she was oblivious to the world, dancing away in her swimsuit. She told me later that she gets nervous swimming if there isn't any music playing. :)

This year I have the added bonus of four swimmers. Makes it all a little more relaxing and enjoyable....

-Julie