SUMMER REWIND

We have had a great summer so far:

- 4th of July in Chicago visited family that we haven't seen in awhile. We were able to attend a graduation party for my nephew and re-connect with family
- Short trip to charleston and a chance to visit with mom and sister last weekend. I have to say that we hit some GREAT!!! garage sales and found some real bargains.
- Austin is having a great time at "CAMP ROCK". Rumor has it that Nickelodeon will be filming the concert on Friday. We had to sign a release. On another band note...the name of his band had to change for the week. They added a bass player so "LITTLE ROCK THREE" doesn't work. His mentor temporarily gave them the name "SHOW ME THE MONEY".
- ALex is at "CAMP CHARLESTON" and is being spoiled beyond repair
- Allison continues to mentor little girls each week as she teaches them cheers and stunts at a cheerleading camp
- Ashley is busy packing up her room for her big move to Erie on friday

BEST OF ALL...we are off to the beach soon. YEH!!! We have planned our menu and even planned a mid-week scavenger hunt.


I look at the above list of fun activities and I feel guilty and sad. WHY?

Last night the girls and I attended the vigil for the police officer that was killed in Twinsburg recently.

500 people came out with candles to mourn the loss of this man. He was a new father and seemed to have his whole life ahead of him.

I am reminded of what someone shared with me once. The only breath you are guaranteed is the one you just took.

Life is fleeting...eternity is forever...we need to live like it...note to self.