Wow, Am I Behind or What?

So, the house was finished and walked through, signed for and moved into on September 17, 2007. All the nit and gritty and heartache will not be gone through in this blog. Those who need to know, do.

For my birthday, we went to Aspen. We got to see my little brother who is attending school in Colorado Springs at the School of Mines. We are all very proud of him. He will be graduating in 2009.

Thanksgiving was spent at our new house with all our relatives who weren't working. We had 18 people in our house, two turkeys, lots of side dishes and a wonderful time. The house is way big enough to handle such a large group of people and still had room. And my kitchen made me very proud. It handled six people moving around in it without any problem.

Christmas was spent between the two families, as usual.

I asked Terry to help resolve my issues with my mother by speaking to her. As of this writing, it hasn't done any good. She is bringing up issues from when I was like 6 still. Very childish.

Terry has traveled alot again this year. In January we went to Napa Valley with him. Even in the winter time, that place is beautiful.

Derek actually had a get together for his birthday this year. He went to Laser Quest and then we had a surprise party for him. Again, my house did wonderful with all the people. I can't even begin to explain how much more stressful it becomes when you have a teenager in the house.

In February, Derek earned Second Class in Boy Scouts. In March, he was elected Patrol Leader. He also earned his First Class. He should have Star rank before the end of the summer.

In May, we went to Big Bear with the Boy Scouts. First time there and it was beautiful. The weather was nice, no bugs, lots of squirrels and lizards. Fun was had by everyone. I want to go back when we don't have to be with the boys.

The kids have finished school. Finally we don't have to worry about making their schedules or agendas and fighting with them to finish their work. I am proud to say Derek got his grades up, which was the whole point of home schooling them.

On Father's Day, Derek left for Summer Camp. He'll be home on Satuday. Terry is out of town as well. So it's just Micaela and I this week.