August 2010

The last week of July and pretty much the first three weeks of August has been a time of great physical challenge for me. I have had pain and felt sick but despite all that it has been a month of great blessings.

The first half of August we were blessed to have our oldest grandson, Jordan, with us in our home. He is a joy to be near and was a huge help to me while he was here. He mowed the lawn and helped with the chores. He is very knowledgeable about what is going on in the world and it was fun to listen to his thoughts about what is going on.
He amazes me!

Our son, Andrew and his wife, Kim were also here during the first half of August. It was a joy to see them and we enjoyed the fair together.
Kim and Andy helped clean out a flower bed that has become a disaster over the summer. It is great to have the weeds gone and to be able to enjoy the flowers again. I look forward to the fall blossoms.

This morning Jason, Kiley and our two grandson's,Jake and Nathan
left for Indiana. They arrived home last Friday for a visit with us and oh how we have enjoyed having them. The boys are growing so fast!
Jake is able to hold some wonderful conversations and Nathan is learning to talk. He has so much to say but even without being able to understand what he is talking about he wins you over completely with his smile and his personality. We love them both and will miss them all. Jason and Kiley, took over for me this past few days and have given me time to enjoy the boys.

I love my family with all my heart and any time I get to spend with them are treasured moments.