End of another season

This week was the end of the kids' church softball seasons. Kobe is on the 12 and under team, while Caden moved up to the 18 and under league this year. Both of our teams placed 3rd and ended with double header wins the last night! It was a great summer!

We are in the middle of re doing our entire yard. Had a well put in on Wed. Will kill all the grass, level the yard, install a sprinkler system, seed, and landscape. We are bartering services with a friend who needs a roof. He runs a landscaping company. This has helped with the expense of it all for sure. Can't wait to see the final result.

We are praying about what to do with our roofing company. This summer has hit us pretty hard. Business is non-existent and we are contemplating closing shop. The extra income from the company gave us comfort, and at this point we are beginning to feel the pressure. Just unsure what to do. It costs every year for insurance and licensing, and when we aren't doing any jobs, it doesn't pay to even be open. So, we will see! In the end, we know God will provide.

A couch and a truck

The boys are all on a scavenger hunt with the church youth group. "The Great Couch Event" is an annual event involving a truck with a couch in the back. The groups must complete a list of tasks with the couch and a video cam. Sounds like a good time.

I am so sad to see summer go by so quickly. Less than a month till school starts. Trying to get things organized around here before the craziness of football and school set in. Kobe is excited for Middle school and is ready to go. He can't wait for me to buy his new calculator. Ha! That's all he talks about these days.

Not sure we will be able to get to Dallas before school starts. That was the original plan, but with everything coming up so quickly, not sure we will have the time or the money. Steve, Steph, and Mia were here last weekend. We were able to have a big family lunch at Gambino's. Both sides of the fam came to eat and fellowship.

Grandpa had some scary times last week. His pacemaker wasn't functioning correctly, and once they finally figured it out, a new lead wire was placed. At one point his heart rate was dangerously low. He spent some time in the hospital and is home recovering. Darian and his fam are coming to visit this upcoming week from Indianapolis. I think we are all getting together next weekend for a Mexican meal! Duane's were here a couple of weeks ago from S. Carolina.

Another work week ahead. Michael's company is on shut down, but he is working. 7 days a week! Whewy! Looking forward to a rewarding week!

Ciao

Caden got home from LIFT camp last night. He was excited to tell all about it. Sounds like he had a great time and met some new friends. He is speaking in church tomorrow. I think they are doing a skit of some type. Anyway, it's good to have him back home!

Tomorrow is July 4th. We are having a special church service with music, video, and a patriotic sermon. I'm singing the Star Spangled Banner with a trio. Michelle and Lizzie are here for the night and will come to church with us in the morning.

I have to work on Monday. That's sucks. Kobe and Michael head off for the Jr High Road trip on Tues. They are going to Denver to do a service project, attend a Rockies game, go to an amusement park, and do some hiking. Should be a good time. It's definitely going to be quiet around the house that week.

Weather is rainy and dreary out. Hope it clears up for the 4th. Gotta blow some stuff up around here!