Friday, June 27th

As one can clearly see, the Kitchen is done. Wow, what a process, remodling a kitchen. I personally do not think it was as bad as some stories we have heard. At all times we always had our sink, microwave, and frig (Untill the frig broke...but it is now fixed). The end product will be enjoyed for many years to come (per Niel, 25 years to come).

What a week. Every afternoon it has rained but we need the rain, so I am not going to complain. Niel has been really busy at work, it is the end of a project so Niel has been burning the candle at both ends.(Do not try this at home). ;o)

One of the nights that Niel was working late I rented the movie the Bucket List. I have to admit, it is a really good movie and I recommend it. It is a movie that makes you laugh and cry. And for those who have watched it, yes, I have made my bucket list. Right now I have 8 things on my bucket list. It is a list that is in progress.

David (number 3 son) comes home tomorrow. I am looking forward to hear the stories of New Orleans and learn about all the work they were able to accomplish. I will most likely find most of the information from the adults that attended...David shares some but not alot (well, at least not with me). He will start pre-football practice again on Monday. It will be good for him, get him in shape for his trek in the Rockies. Yes, he is going back packing in the Rockies come the middle of the July. Mark and others from the youth group and college group are going as well. I know both Mark and David are excited, they have done many backpacking trips here in Florida. So they are excited about backpacking in the mountains.

Mark (number 2 son) had a great visit in Gainesville with his grandparents. He did not get to canoe on the Santa Fe River due to the wonderful storms we have been having. Did I mention it does not only rain but also massive lighting goes along with a Florida Rain storm.

Brian (number 3 son) has been busy at the Fireworks store, guess the closer to July 4th the more hours he will be putting in. He is planning a trip to Tampa again this weekend to look at apartments or sign a lease for an apartment in August.

Myself....I have been busy with being at the house for repair men and the tile man. I love how they give you a window from noon to four and usually show up at 3:45. Soo....sitting around waiting did accomplish a few things. THe frig and freezer are both working (we now have a working ice maker) and the tile work is done. Today I am waiting for the air condition workmen. Our house is zoned and it seems that our zone is staying open. Hopefully it will be a quick fix.

My mom has been in the hospital all week in North Carolina. She has bouts with colitis and while being in the hospital they also found out that she has diverticulitis as well. She only Weighs 90 pounds so when her colitis acts up it is not a good thing. Dehydration happens right away. While in the hospital her blood pressure went as high as 199. She is now home and hopefully on the road to recovery. Please continue to keep her in your prayers.