The Summer of Warp Speed

Doesn't this always seem to be the case? When you want time to speed up because you are looking forward to a future event, time seems to practically stand still. But when you are finally, mercifully, ready to be IN the moment, to relax and enjoy the PRESENT, it goes by at warp speed? I am in awe of how quickly this summer is flying by. The days are passing in a blur and I find myself wishing I could be Zack Morris back on Saved By The Bell, when he could yell "time-out!" and time would freeze. I would totally time-out this summer, that's how much I am loving it:)

There are certain times in your life when you look around and think to yourself, "Somebody, quickly! Pinch me! I must be dreaming, because this can't be real!" I really, truly do feel that way right now. And I am trying so hard to squash my inner-realist who threatens to rear her ugly head and yell, "Just wait, your luck will run out soon!" We are so happy right now. My amazing husband got a PROMOTION last week--whoo hoo, SO proud of him! So if you live in Ohio and your insurance rates go up, you know who to partially blame, haha. The weather has been amazing. We have healthy children, a pool membership, a ton of wonderful parks and beaches and bike trails and fun things to do nearby. I've never liked the word "blessed" but I certainly have to agree with the definition: "good fortune" seems to sum it all up right now. We are lucky, plain and simple. And I am so grateful:)

Here are some recent pics. The kids showing off their new Indians hats and new pajamas. Enjoying Playground World and the pool. Our "new & improved" swingset--we upgraded the disc swing for a double glider that the kids love being able to do themselves.

Life is sweet. Even sweeter than the fresh peaches sitting on my kitchen counter:) I hope everyone is enjoying their summer!