Monday, July 15, 2013

Monday Morning Musings

This weekend was SO wonderful.  A chance to relax and rejuvenate.      I shudder to even type this, but this week begins the last 4 weeks of summer break.  Sigh.

Here's a picture dump from the weekend.  Good stuff.



As I mentioned, on Thursday night we were able to have dinner with Kevin's Uncle Larry.  This is Kevin's birth mother's brother and Kevin really adores his time with that part of his family.  Uncle Larry was in town for the John Deere Classic Golf Tournament and on his way out of town we were able to meet for dinner.  He brought his camera and was showing Kevin and I pictures of extended family and telling stories.  Precious memories with family we don't see nearly enough.


On Saturday morning, I was able to catch up with a dear friend from school.  Jessica and I have one of the most special bonds I've found in life.  We go months - almost a year sometimes - without talking, but the moment we're together, it's like we were never apart.  My time with her was exactly what I needed in the midst of this roller coaster I'm riding - she feeds my soul.

On Saturday after coffee with Jessica, I walked around the mall aimlessly by myself without a plan.  It was awesome.  I came home and did laundry, took a short nap, then went and floated in my parent's pool for the remainder of the afternoon with my mom and cousin - blissful.

On Sunday, I picked up my niece & nephew because my sister is out of town for a few days and my brother-in-law is in an extremely busy season at work.  I cherish this time with these two love bugs - we always have so much fun!  Sunday afternoon, Maicey had an appearance as Miss Iowa's Outstanding Teen's Princess.  Our dear family friend, Emma Kate Wichman was crowned Miss Iowa's Outstanding Teen in June and she had a Meet & Greet event Sunday afternoon.  Maicey went to greet guests and visit with many people - if it's a reason to put on a crown, she's all about it.  :)


 After the Meet & Greet, we went swimming at my parent's house and then out to dinner with family.  I snapped these sweet pictures of the kids with Kevin and my mom & dad.  Melt my heart.







We went to dinner at the Kangaroo's favorite restaurant.  It was closed when she was here last week, so I made Kevin snap this pic of me to text her.  She was super jealous.  

We came home and sat down to watch a little Duck Dynasty.  We looked down and these two loves were sleeping.  



That was my weekend, friends.  Nothing exciting - but just day-to-day life as I love it.

Have a wonderful week!


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