I really do love having a blog and going back and reading past entries. However, I have been so bad at updating I am starting to consider getting rid of it. I feel guilty paying for something that I don't use often enough. I have the best of intentions but it seems we just get busier and busier and there's less time to do stuff like this. Just thinking about it....
We have had a wonderful, busy summer! Now that my kids are older, we play a lot more and have got to do some fun things. I made a little list before summer started of all the things I wanted to accomplish this summer with the kids and it looks like we did about half. That's pretty good considering I always seem to make these unrealistic lists! I have 2 out of 3 kids swimming on their own now without floaties. Abby still makes me a little nervous but she's pretty much got it. We're so blessed to have good friends that have a pool so they could practice a lot. Also, 2 out of 3 are riding their bikes without training wheels so I am super happy about that. We've been taking them out to a school in west valley to do lots of riding and they're doing awesome. It's amazing how much easier things like bike riding are when your kids get older. Much more enjoyable!
I am still waiting on some of my curriculum so I think we'll start school next week with just a few subjects and then after labor day have them doing all the subjects. The closer it gets, the more scared I get. There's so much build up that I just need to start and get going and then I'm sure I'll be fine. I have a lot of fun things planned to do with them and we just need to get out of summer mode and start a new routine. Dawson has already started soccer and the girls start dance next month. Dawson and Abby will be doing piano as well and I'm even considering gymnastics for Abby. We're going to have to see what kind of time we have. I want to keep them active since they won't be going to school but also not over do it.
The other big change in our life is that we're leaving our church as of the end of this month. I am sad and happy at the same time. It's hard to think about starting over but I know that it's where the Lord is leading our family. It's crazy how many changes we've gone through this year! But, I am so thankful that God has protected us, taken care of us and gave me peace that I really needed. Many new adventures to come!
I love having my blog too, but don't always get it updated. It's so great to keep track of things the kids are doing, etc...for future, since I know I will forget some of it.
Sounds like you did fun things this summer. I think that as my kids get older it gets easier to take them and do things and they are younger than yours...look what I have to look forward. Yeah!
Wow, you have a big year with school starting and you being the teacher. :)
You have had many changes this year. Praying for a smooth transition with churches for you guys.
Posted by: Jodi | August 24, 2009 at 01:22 PM
Please don't get rid of the blog, I love hearing how you guys are doing now that we don't see each other all that much anymore! I hope you guys feel at home in your new church.
Posted by: Hannah | August 24, 2009 at 02:48 PM
NO! NO! NO!...I will not let you get rid of this blog! :) I love it too much.
That's awesome that Daws and Abby are doing so great at swimming and bike riding. I love the ages that are kids are at now. It is so fun! I can't believe summer is coming to an end and school is going to be starting. So sad. You guys have had a lot of changes this year. We are praying for you guys, especially with your upcoming church change. Just remember, God is good!
Posted by: Chrisanna | August 24, 2009 at 03:40 PM
Sorry, you can't get rid of your blog!! Sounds like the kids are doing so good! I am sure the thought of homeschooling can be scary and overwhelming at times, but if anyone can do it, you can! You are very organized and you will do an awesome job! Can't wait to hear about it! Did I use enough exclamation points!!!!!?!?! LOL
Posted by: Christi Kitt | August 25, 2009 at 05:08 AM
I'm going to vote with the "please don't get rid of it" crowd! You could always switch to Blogger. It has a low monthly cost of nothing. :)
Sounds like you guys have some major changes going on right now. It can be so scary can't it? But always for the better in the end - especially if you're following the Lord's lead!
Posted by: Kelly | August 25, 2009 at 11:54 AM
I was going to say switch to blogger too. that way you don't have to feel guilty when you don't use it.
i can't believe you start home schooling next week. what a challenge! you sound like you have things under control even if you may be scared out of your mind. you are gonna do great!
Posted by: jen | August 27, 2009 at 07:18 AM
yes-don't quit the blog-but I here ya-I have been a major blog slacker lately. Hope the home schooling goes well.
Posted by: Becky | September 02, 2009 at 02:20 PM