What a summer

Well if any of you read my previous post- you know that I have failed horribly on one of my resolutions. HAHA!! I have good intentions- really I do! This year has been good and I am thinking I will just do a slideshow with the highlights just so it is on record for myself and my kids later in life if they want to read this blog. It is now on my to-do list for the next couple weeks. Wish me luck on that one!!

Okay- here comes my venting.......
In Alaska, we always look forward to our summers. If we are lucky, we get awesome weather that lasts for most hours of everyday. Last summer was quite a bit rainy- bummer!! But this summer has been amazing as far as weather goes. Other than the weather- this summer has been a struggle for me! Summers are always crazy busy and I always have to remind myself that it is just a couple months out of my year, but this year has been extra tough. The stresses of having MANY extra bodies living at my house (which I love and hate at the same time), Sam building a shop on our property and the joys of having three rambunctious kiddos has caused me, for the first time ever, to tell my sweet hubby that I really need a break! Unfortunately, I will have to wait until company is gone to do so. But at least there is a light at the end of this tunnel- a weekend away with no worries or responsibilities is coming my way!!

I have been so negative about this summer to friends, on Facebook and just in general- but I want to focus on the positive for a second...
I am so grateful for my children and their awesome, active personalities. They keep me happy!
I am grateful for my dear husband, who works so hard to provide for our family and keep us all happy!
I am so thankful for my friends! Their listening ears and thoughtful prayers are a blessing!
I am so grateful for a beautiful home to rest my head each night and all the extras inside and out of it- the Lord has blessed our family more than we could ever imagine!!
I am so happy that many friends and family are able to come visit us this year- it is always nice to share time with those you miss so much. And we love showing them this beautiful place we live!!
I am so thankful for each day the sun rises- just one more day to enjoy my blessings!

Thank you Lord for this beautiful summer and allowing me to live it!!