Grayson: He is nearing 3, and amazing in both positive and negative ways. We find patience is a virtue at our house, as our little guy is so very independent and wants to complete nearly all things himself. It is fun, though, to see just how many things he is able to do on his own. I am amazed at just how much he learns through example; things that I would never realize he would pick up on so quickly. His language skills continue to burst through - I adore how many grown-up things he says, and my english teacher self is enjoying his wide variety of adjectives :). His loves as of late are climbing any form of steps or ladders, whether it be the drawers in the kitchen, his playset stairs, his slide, or the multiple climbing objects at the park. He also loves to read every day (especially The Poky Little Puppy and Drummer Hoff), and is still continuing to be quite the little drummer. He has now added his crocodile xylophone to the repertoire, turning up the decibels.
Russ: Work is crazy but good, and Russ has been trying to fit in some fishing, card playing, and much work on the cabin up north. It is actually enclosed with windows and wrap, and is looking amazing! We are nearing the last steps for the outside, and hope to have the shingles up and siding on by the start of the fall.
Heather: Grad school is the term for the summer, as well as cleaning constantly for the multitude of showings for our house (did I mention we are on the market, if you weren't already aware?). I have also been able to have some fun with some friends and some decent time at the gym. Grayson and I also had a fun week of field trips and outside time, and we have been just enjoying the sunshine (outside of this week, of course). I am enjoying my classes and learning much, but the burden of some hefty projects is weighing on my mind. I will finish, though, and am also still wondering about what will come for a teaching position this fall. Again, patience is a virtue.
That's the major skinny for now - I swear to try to update more often! I have some great new pics to share from Russ, Ron, Grayson and Jackson from today that I will put up soon. By the way, I want to thank Sara for reminding me of the importance of this kind of writing, and for keeping me a part of her world with it! :)
