Summer Lovin'

I guess I have the movie "Grease" on the brain this morning, hence the title. The Styles clan is having a wonderful time though! It is so nice to have the chance to reconnect in such a great way! Teaching rules!!

We've not only had a chance to spend much needed quality time as a family, we've also been rather busy. Chris has completed a handful of rather extensive home improvement projects. Our new patio extension and freshly sodded/landscaped side and back yard look so nice..and much much better than before! Thanks Babe for being my handy man! The latter of his recent projects was painting the nursery. We are slowly getting things in that arena moving, operative word being "slowly". It is pretty in pink, believe it or not. I've always said I am anti-pink walls for a girls room because that is so expected. But, I found the cutest traditional looking, light pink bedding. The soft pink walls complement it very nicely.

Lauren started gymnastics about a month ago. She is loving it. I must say, she is about as graceful as I am. If you know me at all, you know that grace is NOT one of my gifts. But, she is doing very well, and I'm already seeing improvements in her. It might actually be good for her! Regardless, she looks forward to gymnastic Mondays and is highly motivated to behave in order to not lose this privilege. Does using this as an incentive make me a mean mommy? I am all about positive reinforcement, but I also feel that the extras in life have to be earned. She understands that and works very hard to hold up her end of the deal.

Well, I guess I better get off here. Our cupboards are bare, so we need to head to the grocery store to restock. Wow, we lead such an exciting life!!
Until next time. Stay cool, have fun, and God Bless!
Brandi