Fun! Fun!

In July we had great things going on. We went to a really fun 4th of July celebration with the White family. We played games, had a picnic, and watched the fireworks. My brother Adam and his wife had a baby girl. She is just so cute! I can't wait to see her! My parents drove out here to visit. They were driving to NY as well to visit my brothers and spend time with them. Katrina turned 9 July 28 and Carter turned 7 August 2. They both got bikes for their birthdays. They are growing too fast and it seems like yesterday that they were just babies. Everytime I see a toddler I think of when they were that age. Oh how I miss it. I'm trying to not think of the future just enjoying the now with them.
Katrina has been animal sitting. She is taking care of two hamsters and a turtle (I am taking care of the turtle). It's been fun. Neela (cat) does not mind having them here. She really could care less about them.
My parents came back on their way home from NY and stayed two days. We were so happy they came. They left today to get back to their cats and cows and of course, jobs. We'll miss them, but they aren't that far away anymore. YAY!!! Tonight we'll go pick up Brian's mom. She's staying for almost 2 weeks. The kids have been so excited to have all their Grandparents come and visit. Actually not all, Brian's dad will not be coming this time. We are having a great summer. The kids are registered at their new school and they are a little bummed about returning, but they'll change. Katrina is worried that she will not know her 12 times tables. Katrina is one of those people that has to make good grades or she'll just die. She is so determined and that is why she will do just fine. We got a piano for free and it is in good condition. Katrina is already breaking it in. She loves playing the piano. She taught herself to play Mary's Lullaby. I am so amazed at what talent she has. She just listens to the song and tries to figure out the keys on the piano to match up. She does not get that from me. Carter is so excited to start soccer. He is ready to get out there and kick some goals ( is what he says). He is such a trooper and is so funny. He and Katrina both got spoiled while Grandma and Papa were here. My dad loves to take them to McDonalds for breakfast and lets them get as many apple pies as they want. Carter loves going especially. OH! Almost forgot that Carter lost one of his front teeth. He looks so cute.