Things have been quite busy all month! On July 1st, my wonderful Mom and little sister, Joy flew out to stay for a couple of weeks. They came out to take care of my kids because Chris also had to be gone at Scout Camp that week. July 8-12th was Girls Camp for our stake. I went up with 14 girls from my ward, and unfortunately, forgot to take pictures most of the time! Anyone reading this that has some....send them my way, please!
Camp was a lot of fun. I got to know the girls much better and whether they liked it or not, they got to know me better! We stayed in these huge bunker type cabins, so we separated each wards area with a big curtain divider. It worked out pretty well. The bathrooms weren't absolutely horrible, but sure weren't anything to rave about. Luckily, a few other leaders (Thanks for driving TJ!) and I were able to drive up the road to some nicer bathrooms to shower. I think the girls will always remember me as the leader that made them shower and brush their teeth! To me, common sense. But to some - they really didn't feel the need! I am sorry but I have a sensitive nose and don't like to smell people's pits and see fuzzy teeth!!! Mean leader - I know!
This was the first time I have been away from my kids for more than one night. It was not the easiest thing to do, but I think it was a lot easier knowing that they were in good hands. Chris ended up being here part of the time too. But I am so thankful to my fabulous mom for taking such good care of my little family while I was away....and while I was home! She went home on Tuesday morning, and I already miss her a lot! It was so wonderful to come home and have Chloe and Zach run to the front door to see me! Chloe looked so huge and grown up - only after a week. She has been pretty attached to me since getting home. Zach gave me a big hug, showed me the Welcome Home sign he made and then headed out to play! Punk boy! I was ready to kiss his face off and he took off outside - probably because he knew I would! Chris was also home to give me a big hug and kiss! Luckily he hasn't had to travel much at all this month, so he has been here! yeah! That will all change very soon, I'm sure!
I hope everyone is doing well and enjoying their summer! We will be heading out for a short trip out west next weekend for a family reunion. It will be quite the drive, but hopefully we will have a great time! School starts for Zach about a week after we get home (Aug. 13th), so we are already doing some school shopping! I can't believe summer is almost over! I have enjoyed the time with my kids this summer. We have gone on many bike rides and little outings. I sure have fun kids! When school starts, I have told myself that is when I have to start potty training Chloe. Auugghh - the messes! I certainly don't like this phase of life! But hopefully she will do well. She is already showing a lot of interest in it, but I don't want to start before our trip. That would not be fun for anyone! Now if I can just remember how to do this! I haven't done it for over 5 years!
Have a fabulous week!!
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