Time to post! Actually past time. I did actually write a post but it was all about how our son, Ryan, severed his ties with me and his dad, Karla and Kevon. Long, ugly story I decided not to post. As part diary I don't think I will ever forget what has happened between us the past year that led us to the point we are. And I just don't want to write about it. It hurts and I am over it.
So on to happier times! It was a fast summer for sure! I can't believe we are going into fall. I posted most of my summer in the last post. But I will finish it up now.
Let's go backwards. Yesterday was one of the best days all summer. It was Labor day and we had a BBQ! There was me, Papa, Karla, Joel, Madi, Manda, Lauren and Kevon. We played "Last Word" and laughed SO HARD I had a stomach ache last night. I have the funnest and funniest people in my life. We had strawberry shortcake for dessert which was so nummy! I haven't had any all summer so this was the perfect way to end the summer! Oh, and we had Bacon Burgers with the works, hot dogs, Karla made a potato salad, we had deviled eggs, corn on the cob, beans, chips, and snacks. Wow, it was so good. I'm thankful for a wonderful family and good food! No pictures though. Can you believe it?
Sunday we did nothing but Saturday we went to the Family Pancake House and met up with Heather, Parker, Jared, Tara and Riley for brunch. The food was good and I got to order off the Senior Menu because I am 60 now. It was nice seeing the girls and grandkids again.
Sandy girl celebrated her 12th birthday with a pig ear. She was a happy girl! Spoiled! We have offered her a retirement home the past year or two. She loves it here because it is only 2 stairs to get up and down off the deck, we have a covered deck in case it rains, and a fenced yard so she is safe. She sleeps in the house and gets canned food every morning for breakfast. Papa really does spoil her. She deserves it. And the kids and Amanda come give her loves often as they can.
The grandkids are all back to school. Well, Dylan and Parker will be going to college in a few weeks. Jordy is in Cosmetology School in Seattle. And Andrew just started college at Northwestern College in Kirkland, WA. It is a Christian college where he is studying to be a pastor. He lives in the dorms and is making new friends already. I am happy for them all! Now we've got Patrick in 11th grade, Joshua is in Middle School this year in 6th grade and Jared is in 5th grade! Those are Heather and Don's kids!
Madi, Lauren and Riley are all in 8th grade this year. Their last year of middle school and next year will be in high school. Where did the years go. Time just goes on and on.
They all seem to like school so far. They are ok with their classes which is good.
The fair came and went. I would have liked to take the grandkids but that ended up being a busy week. Lauren was with her mom that week so Papa and Lauren painted her new room. Amanda and Lauren moved into Kevon's home (which used to be our home 10 years ago until we sold it to him.) Amanda had to do a lot of cleaning to move in because 2 bachelors and a black lab lived there. lol! She had people over to pressure wash the place outside, clean up the yard, wash carpets (which she had to redo), etc... She also had to sell the house they were living in so she could sell it. They are all settled now. Lauren can ride the bus with Jonah again so that makes her happy! She likes her room. Mac is settled. They have to fix a few spots in the fences so he can't escape. Meanwhile Kevon bought a place closer to Silverdale and the base and 5 minutes from work. He is remodeling and fixing the house while he stays in out building with his dog, Penny. He got a fence put up right away. He is able to come home and check on her several times a day if he wants. Everything went much faster than they expected it to happen but there was no choice in the matter. Once Kevon finishes his new place in a few weeks then he will get the rest of his stuff out of Amanda's garage. Then Jeff (who has stuff downstairs) can get his stuff out and Amanda can get the downstairs cleaned out and fix up a space for Andrew to come home to. lol! Just takes time. I heard Ryan and his girl friend and her son and his girlfriend moved to the Keyport area. Poor Lauren has been moving alot!!! At least she is not moving to California, which we are so thankful for!
Amanda ended up taking Andrew and Lauren to the fair. It was the last night home for Andrew before going to college. They had fun but the rides kind of made Andrew sick. It was good for the 3 of them to do something fun together! Karla's family went to the fair too. They go every year but Madi is more into the animals than the rides. lol! I would be more into the food. Love their corndogs and funnel cakes!
Karla and Joel took their family camping and we spent some time visiting them. Lanny and I went one day and then one night we went with Amanda, Andrew and Lauren. We had fun. Played a game of "Last Word". Dylan and Andrew went for a walk. Amanda and Karla went for a walk. They ate some smores. Very nice.
The last month of summer was fun but it was the most stressful time we have been through in years. I am thankful we are pretty much done with that part of the drama. Now to enjoy Fall and Family. Bought a few shirts marked down to $3.50 and a new rug for in front of my fireplace. Now I have to think about Christmas. Ten grandkids are SO hard to buy from especially the older they get and college kids? What do you get them? lol!
In two days (sept 8th) it will only be 5 years since my mama went to Heaven. Why does it seem like 10 years? Not a day goes by that I don't think of her.
Well, that is my update. I hope God gave you many blessings this summer and He will always continue to carry you through and bless you!
