And it begins...... Again

I look forward to school beginning all summer long. The kids love going to school, but this year it was harder for me to let them go. I had a bunch of fun with them this summer and it went by too quick. Don't get me wrong I still like having a little bit of "free" time (if that is what you call it with 2 still at home), but now I am the "bus" again, and the homework starts, along with all the extra curricular things. Oh--- the fun of being a mom. They did look so dang cute on the first day of school though!!!

7....

My baby boy Ethan turned 7 while we were on vacation. I can not believe how big he is getting! He is such a great kid and I am so blessed to be his mom. He makes me laugh constatly and is so much fun to be with. He does have a little stubborn streak, but don't we all. I love my little man and am so proud of the little guy that he is.

The most wonderful time.....

The Martin family needed a Vacation this year and we loved every minute of it!!! We just relaxed on the beach all week and focused on all that really matters in life-- each other!! The kids loved playing in the water and sand. There was a calm that surrounded us while we were there we called it our "zen" state of mind. We are so blessed to be able to go each year (thank you so much mom and dad!!!)!! Reality came crashing back hard as soon as we were welcomed home by nasty neighbors, but escaping was really fun while it lasted! And I am determind to keep a little of the "zen" with us no matter what comes our way! Just look at this beautiful family of mine, what more could I ask for??? Seeing a smile on their faces is all that matters, and we always see that smile at the beach!!! (hey maybe we will just move there!)

Kids College

Just a couple of pictures showing what the kids did while at kids college. Ethan loved the legos and archery class he was in, and Ashley and Taylor couldn't get enought of the crafts. The kids really enjoyed themselves, we are sure to do it again next year!!!