The "new" normal!

We are starting week 3 of school!  Brody caught a cold but thankfully he tested negative for COVID.  He's been busy playing flag football and baseball this fall.  It keeps us on our toes running from practice to practice.  It's fun watching him play football as QB.  He's getting good use out of that baseball trained arm. 

I got an action shot of him getting a touchdown!!!!  Such a proud mom!  

Marissa is being a typical teenager giving us a run for our money.  She is getting so tall.  She isn't too far off from Dad and I do wonder how much taller she will get.  

We are slowly getting used to the new normal and I really wish we could start traveling again.  I miss our getaways but for now we stay home and appreciate what we have.  

XOXO

1st day of 4th & 8th grade!!

 The day has finally come and the kids are off to a new school year!  It will have a unique set of challenges navigating through the COVID protocols but I truly believe the kids are resilient and adaptable to change. We had some new neighbors move in 2 houses down that are great friends!  We are super excited to have them so close!  

On a sad note, my 16-year cousin Lydia lost her battle with Batten's Disease a few weeks ago.  She was such a wonderful, brave girl and she will be missed forever.  We do know she is in heaven and it is not suffering any longer.  I'll always think of her as this cute little playmate of Marissa's.  

XOXO