Sorry, I am still here...

I don't have a very good reason for being so negleigent with my blog these days. Not a lot has gone on, I guess, worthy of blogging. The real reason is this:


I get stuck on Facebook and take up all my time with that. Plus, I access it on my ipod and go to the computer less often. That is really no excuse though...I need to keep up on this. It is a great way to "journal" and I really enjoy reading others so I should return the favor.


One thing that has happened recently is that my little brother, Aaron, left for his mission on Wednesday. We went over for the weekend and it was great to see all my family. The weather was pretty nice too- not quite warm enough for me to get in the water, but nice to enjoy outside. Aaron is going the Winnepeg, Canada mission and was very excited, but a little nervous I think.

All of us kids. Aaron is 2nd on the right. Love how cooperative my kids are.

Chillin' at the lake (note Lucy there on the right).

Grey enjoying his time at the lake and must have been eating something...

Our quick trip on the boat...too cold to get in the water, but fun time riding on the boat.

Graduation was this Friday here in Ephrata and Justin was voted on by the students to be the faculty speaker. He did an awesome job. He talked about the doodles that can't be un-did (taken from the movie Juno) and how each of them are like doodles. He talked about various indiviual students and had a perfect mix of humor and seriousness. I was so proud of him!

This coming weekend, the kids are staying at Grandma Jill's house while Justin and I get away for a few nights in Seattle. It will be the first time leaving Grey, but I am confident that my mom can handle it. Justin and I are looking forward to the time away and to do things that we want without worrying about the kids. Other than a few hours on a couple date nights, this is the first time since last April that we are getting away. It is much needed. And with summer here and lots to do, there will be lots more to blog about!