WOW! I can't believe that schools are starting back up and the cooler temps are creeping upon us. I, for one, am excited to see the soon arrival of FALL! As I reflect on this past summer, I am amazed that so much has been packed into this season of life.
Brother Bear & Sister Bear spent six weeks in the Land of OZ with their dad's family. Although this is a DIFFICULT time for me, I know they had fun. That's a discussion for another time, but we will just leave it at that.
While they were away, I kept myself overly busy with two classes in college. One was a health & wellness class and the other was a field sampling fish & wildlife class. Talk about busy! I applaud any adult who works a full time job and takes more than one class a term... phew!
Also, while they were away, I took a trip to see Handsome Bear, and celebrate his parent's 50th wedding anniversary! WOW! 50 years! That gave me hope and inspiration. I am so happy for them. It was so nice to spend that time with him. Even though it was a short trip, being in the same city and even the same building makes the weeks of phone calls and video chats worth stepping off the plane to see him waiting for me.
Finally, I went on vacation to OBX for a week with my extended family and really enjoyed the time I had to catch up, relax, and unwind.
Since my cubs came home, we have ventured all over our area. We hit up the beach a couple of times, played with friends and family, went to a children's museum, and to the movies.
There have been some bumps along the road too. Due to heavy, consistent rains, a project I am working on took some major hits in my data collection attempts. Also, Sister Bear fell off a horse at her aunt's house for the first time and experienced her first need for stitches a few weeks later when she tripped while running down the street. (TALK ABOUT HEARTBREAKING)
As a mom, I am still recovering from the trauma I experienced having to hold her down, while she was hysterical, so the Dr. could stitch her up. 5 stitches and a million tears later, I got her home and asleep. I pray we never have to experience that again. Thankfully, Daddy Bear was there to comfort her as quickly as we called him to meet us. To be honest, this is what good co-parenting looks like. Being able to come together when it counts the most. I lost my strong, momma bear courage when he got her buckled. As I stood behind my vehicle sobbing uncontrollably, he came over, let me bury my face in his chest and cry...Then he told me he was proud of how I handled it in there (remembering full well that I LOATH needles and have a tender heart for my babies). Having him there to help carry the some of the load of this event really made all the difference.
To say that I am ready for this season to be over, is an understatement. I want things to slow down and I can't wait for Fall. Bring on the outdoor movie nights, bonfires, apple cider, and all things Fall!
Have an amazing weekend!
