Can you believe, that August is 2 days away! Where has our summer gone! I have to admit, I am really looking fwd to getting back to my own little desk :) The college students will be returning in 23 days! So much to do before the dorms open and registration begins! If you have never been to the college website, you'll need to check it out:) http://www.thecrowncollege.com/
Now that I have given a little plug for the college, let's bring you up to date... We are going home to visit family in less than a week! I am not sure who is more excited the kids or myself! I am really praying that we will be able to meet Julie and Kenny and the boys while they are on their way to the cabin (hint hint Julie). As for our plans,I know one of the days we are going to Frankenmuth-a great German town with great food and wonderful shops! Another day my mother and I will be hitting the British Pantry , and all the antique shops. Also, we are going to try to see family, and friends- we haven't been home in 18 mths! I can hardly wait!
Ball season has come to an end, Carter and Hunter Wade did a great job, and Chase so wanted to play, he would ask the coach every week , "Can I play?" I am not sure if I am ready for that, it was pretty crazy this summer with both boys playing and having games at the same time on two different fields-whew! Bradlynn has been busy too- from sewing with me, to tending to the garden and much much baking! We have really enjoyed that, a little too much at times :) Hopefully all is well at your end, and you have truly enjoyed your summer! We pray you have a day full blessing!

Three days ago my best friend moved away... I am not sure why this move has been so hard on me, but it has. I think I have cried enough to fill the Nile! Our homes were five minutes away and now are seperated by a long Seven hours. I just don't like it! My heart just hurts, I have prayed so hard that God will take the hurt away but it seems every time I pray this prayer, I begin to cry, like I am now...I know God has His hand in it but, does He really have to move them that far away? I know we will see each other soon and there is the internet, phones and of course our fav, texting:) but each of these still does not change the fact that my friend is so far away. She has been my soul-winning partner, my prayer partner, my late night run to Starbucks buddy, my thrift shop finder, my soundboard, and her girls have been the sister that Bradlynn has always wanted, and babysitters whenever needed. I know God has great things ahead for them and I am excited to see what is in store for their family. So as I close, to my dear friend, we have been through so much and this is just another chapter in our lives we will be able to look back on and talk about over that next extra shot and a little caramel drizzle~ love ya girl!

Our Friendship
by Melinda Stankosky
Our friendship started many years ago.
Where the days have gone I don't know,
But when I think of all we've done
I stop and smile because we've had such fun.
I hope you know how much I care.
It's friends like you who create a pair.
I wish I were closer to share your happiness;
But near or far, I wouldn't miss
All the things you have to share.
I hope you know I am always here.
I know it is harder being miles away,
But always remember this when I say,
"Our friendship is a treasure
Well beyond any measure. "

Okay, so I am a few days behind in getting our pictures posted from the 4th... We had a great day filled with wonderful memories! I hope you enjoy the pics :)

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