disconnected

i am officially packing up all the computers. no access for awhile. you'll have to catch me by phone if need be. also, after we are up and running again our email address will change. let ya know what it will be later.....

Thank you, Thank you....

A million thanks to my family that helped so tirelessly today. Much appreciated. We're almost there!!!

a few randoms

We had to rent this jlg lift to do some repairs on this old house prior to selling. an expensive little piece of equipment, but the kids enjoyed being lifted high above the peak of the roof.

only 8 more days in the big cast before she gets a new one below the elbow.

And the toys are being packed and moved.......

Productive

The days are flying by as we are prepping to move. Most of the house is packed. I still have the kitchen left, but I will do that later this week when I am off work. Never know, I might decide to cook one of these days and will need my dishes. Nah, who am I kidding, I may as well just pack it up :)

Today I caught up on laundry and Scentsy work, went to town for a few groceries and some stuff at Menards. When we got home, we got to work on one of Greg's buildings. Got it sorted and loaded. After weeding out the junk and the 'no need for' stuff, there was only about one trailer load left. You don't even know how happy that makes me. The amount of junk that has accumulated in those buildings over the last ten years is ridiculous. Hopefully, we can avoid that at the new place. Downsize, organize, simplify. That's my motto and I'm sticking to it.

Creighton was begging his dad to hit fly balls this afternoon so we took a break and played a little baseball followed by a game of kickball. Colby likes to play kickball since it's the best she can do with her arm.

Casey's pizza, showers and off to bed for the kids. I just finished reading the Sunday paper and really need to be going to bed. I have a feeling sleep won't come easy tonight or for the next 10 days or so. Can't wait for the day we are settled and in our new routine. Looking forward to being 'in town'.

I have a bunch of pictures to load, but can't find my camera at the moment :) It's around here somewhere. Until then some sporadic posts will have to suffice.

BTW - we are having a 'tearing out the carpet' party on Sunday the 26th at our new place. We'll have one night to get it all tore out and ready for the carpet installers on the 27th. Join us, it'll be fun!!! :)

A Little Something More to Add to the Schedule

This week Colby, broken arm and all, was invited and accepted the invitation to be on a traveling softball team. She is excited to say the least. They are currently practicing and going to play in a couple of fall tournaments. Colby will start attending practices even though she can't participate so she can get a feel for how things are going to go and get to know everyone. They are planning to practice throughout the winter and start tournaments right away in the spring.

She is supposed to start volleyball sometime this fall--I think September. I signed her up so long ago I don't remember.

Creighton wants to play soccer this fall (I have no idea why? I thought we were done with soccer, guess not) and then will go directly into winter baseball practices.

So, needless to say, we are going to have to step it up a notch and do some fancy coordinating schemes to get everything to fit in. But, at least we'll live in town now. That will help. Alot.

There are going to be a lot of changes for us in the coming weeks and months. So much to look forward to with these kids. And those seasoned mom's are right. Each stage just gets better.....

Muskies 8U 2009

I had so much fun watching these boys play this season. I sure will miss the ones that are moving up. Today was their last game of the year. They played in a tournament in Rock Island and after a rough first day of play on Saturday, they redeemed themselves today. They played 7 games in two days. So fun to watch. Greg and I were missing out on our annual trip to the Chicago race this weekend, but nothing compares to the excitement on the ballfield. Creighton committed to this team at 5 years old. By the time they started their winter practices he had just turned 6 years old. So he will be in this age group awhile yet. It has been an awesome experience and we are looking forward to many more years of watching this boy play ball. Great season Muskies!

The father son duo at first base..........

swim time

Cooling Down

Creighton played three games today. It was hot and he played pretty hard. Since Colby was with a friend for the night we decided to hit the pool for a bit on the way home to cool off. He loved it, as always.

Action

Pretty Birds

Love these guys...

Break Time

Creighton had a couple of hours between his first and second games today and we weren't playing too far from the zoo so we wandered around a bit looking at the animals.

Tourney In Davenport Last Weekend

And this weekend we are off again to somewhere in Illinois for another tournament. Hence, you will not find us on our annual trip to Chicagoland Speedway with Fridley's :(

Done

It's official. As of yesterday, all the hoops have been jumped through. We will be moving by July 31st. Hopefully, sooner. We are more than ready. We are more than excited. A bit nervous, but ready. This has been a long time comin'. Thanking God every day for bringing us to this point and praying for smooth sailing over the next couple of weeks.

Oh boy...

He's 6. He can reach the pedals. He can drive. Not mowing, just driving. Still makes this mom a bit nervous.

Allie

My dear longtime friend Bobbie stopped by last Sunday on her way through. Allie never can escape a few photos. I can't believe how much she has changed since February! Cute, cute girl. Love her....

playing with her feet and blowing bubbles instead of eating

colby attempting to keep her seated in the wagon.

keeping her eye on colby

she'd much rather stand than sit and ride