Friday Five

Summer is in full swing over here.  I don't know what I was thinking, scheduling so many swim lessons, eye doctor, ortho, dentist, and hair appointments within the first two weeks!  To say our schedule has been a little hectic is an understatement but those summer nights make up for it!

1.  We took the train to Olvera Street.  It was quite the adventure with a variety of personalities on the metro.  It was a people watchers delight but then I wondered why we just didn't drive. . .I had to keep telling myself the experience for the kids was worth it.  And I must admit, the ride back when Ernie was playing the guitar and singing to keep people away from us was hysterical.  We were all nearly in tears!

The food was not nearly as good as I had remembered, but again. . .it was all part of the experience.

2.  Swim lessons are in full swing.  This little lady has the same private instructor that her sister and brother had.  I can tell that this is the summer.  Her confidence and coordination are going to make her a swimmer. I'm sure of it.

3.  I started a new bible study this week.  I am going through the book of Proverbs.  Getting up and digging in to the word by myself has been good for me.  I think as much as I miss my on line study and the girls at church, sometimes you just need the silence of your heart and His words speaking their peace over you.

4.  We've been spending a lot of time over at my parents.  Sometimes it is just a quick visit to give papa something to look forward to.  The kids are learning how just the gift of their time can mean so much to the elderly.  I am reminded that my kids will always have the memory of their great grandpa because we make time.

5.  We had some pretty crazy weather but I think it was just an opportunity for God to remind us of his promise.