These boys are my nephews
(minus 1, but he's very uncooperative. He's 1...that should explain it.)
All of them are very well minded and respectful.
Full of mischief and a zest for life.
Most of all, they are friends.
I love each and every one of them!

Ever feel like life is crashing down on you? I seem to have those days ALL the time!
But, today.
Ah, today was a great day!
I got SO much accomplished. I feel refreshed and revitalized.
There is a light at the end of my tunnel.
I have been in "limbo" for so long,
and
it's such a nice feeling to realize that life does go on
(and I mean this in a good way).

I spent the weekend at the beach with my girls, my sisters, and their families.
Eight children.
YES.
EIGHT children went.
Everything is so much more intense with eight kids around.
They cry.
They whine.
They fight.
They spill things....everywhere.
And, yet, it was a very relaxing time.
Totally enjoyed the beach.
Soaked up some rays.
Had very stimulating conversations.
Watched kids.
Took pictures.
Searched for seashells.
And, took LOTS of pictures.
Like over 350 pictures!!!
(will post some of these at a later time, as they are a "surprise")

All in all,
I had a GREAT day!