Back from sunny Florida

The family has returned from sunny (and stormy) Florida - much to our dismay. The only person who was ready to come home was Lindsey - and that was only because she was having major computer access withdrawals. I think the rest of us would have stayed for...well, forever, if we could. (Perhaps in another lifetime.)

There was a lot of beach and pool action - and we took a water taxi ride (thanks Jon & Jamie for the suggestion) that was really fun. However, we did get off and visit the lighthouse during this ride and I don't think any of us found the 203 stairs to the top all that much fun. The view was spectacular - but we all "looked" like we'd climbed 203 steps. And, if you take a look at the photos, I'm confident you'll figure out which ones those are. I should say, however, that Trey climbed those chairs like a champion - and was always around 30 steps ahead of us taunting us to "hurry up." If you could bottle his energy you'd make a fortune.

I must say that while we didn't want to leave, the one thing we all agreed on is that we'd had enough "eating out" to last us quite a while. Being back in the kitchen, cooking meals has been wonderful.

Now, we're back to reality...work, school (just 9 days away for Trey and Lindsey) and the oppressive humidity and heat of Indiana. And, of course, we're back just in time for my allergies to kick into high gear. Gosh, I love this time of year in Indiana...

The picture says it all...

THIS is what happens when your parents decide to get industrious and clean out items in the garage. This wrestling singlet was apparently worn by Jeff "back in the day." Of course, being the sadistic parents we are - we had to put Trey in it and take some photos.

Poor Trey - when you're the youngest of five children you don't stand a chance against your relatives who think it is too cute to dress you up and take embarassing photos of you.

Can you believe she's 15?

On Friday night, we hosted a party to celebrate Lindsey's 15th birthday. Lindsey invited 19 girls to this party (thankfully only 14 actually attended) and the theme was "Cinderella." Yep, I know what you're thinking...is she 15 or 5? Apparently, while my daughter was not really into princesses when she was 5 or 6, she's definitely into them now. The vast majority of her presents seemed to have something to do with princesses or Cinderella, in particular. It was somewhat surreal to watch it all take place. Hopefully, a good time was had by all. The most important thing...Jeff and I survived and Trey was entertained the entire night. And, we actually got some sleep, even with 6 giggling girls staying at our house for the evening.

One more year until she can drive...heaven help us!

First official post

This is the first official post (thanks to Jenn for the inspiration to start this thing). I'm certain we'll have more to say as we go along, but for now, just keep...L-I-V-I-N!