Busy busy busy...I don't really know what we've been so busy doing, but we've been busy. I can't believe that in a week and a half "summer" will be over and things will go back to "normal". I'm excited in a way...looking forward to quiet time with Benjamin. I'm also looking forward to quiet time for me. Kids at school and him napping a couple hours during the day gives me a little time to myself, which seems to be so rare lately. But I'm also sad that its over. We've had a fantastic summer. I had such a great time with the kids. It was so nice to do some things with them on my own and with Jon. I have absolutely nothing to complain about. We just had an amazing few months..I enjoyed every minute.

Benjamin, my little monkey, is just learning and growing everyday. He is now standing on his own and today he took 4 steps all on his own. Its only a matter of time and he'll be off and running. I'm so thrilled with his development. He is just right where he should be. He is also starting to get over his texture issues..although he still hates pasta. He's eating more regular food and less baby food. He loves all meat..cheese and even pizza. I was a little worried for a bit, but all is good. We also made the transition from formula ( I was supplementing a bit) to whole milk. This was pretty big for us. We new that if he was going to have issues with digestion it would be transitioning to dairy. But he didn't have any problems at all. He did great so we are incredibly thankful for that. I think that's about all when it comes to Benjamin..he is such a good boy and I can't love him enough.

Some pictures from the week

Splashing at the wading pool

Being silly around the house

Swimming at Lake Lisgar

We just got back from a great few days away. We had a fabulous time. We stayed in a hotel and visited with friends. Benjamin was so good. He keeps us on our toes, but he was good. It was just so nice to get away and spend some time together. Summer is passing so fast....but we're having a great time. This summer just means so much more to us since last summer was so tough. I've really been able to regain some perspective in the last week or so...I've been able to focus on the kids and leave behind less important things. Its funny how things change and how I have changed. Some of the things I thought were important really aren't. The last year has been full of growth and I can confidently say that I am happy where I am at as person, with my family and my friends.

We still have a lot planned for the last few weeks of summer. I'll keep you posted. I hope you are all having a great summer, staying cool and enjoying life.