Long time, no post-busy summer

Long time no posts...I know.
Busy times around here-summer is in full swing. Between running Alex to summer school, swimming lessons, soccer, or softball; my summer is flying by!

Father's Day came and went-I felt sad that day as expected. Probably more so because it was my 1st Father's Day without my Dad.

My family celebrated Father's Day a week later taking a trip to the Madison Zoo and Vitense mini golf course. We had a great day trip. It was nice getting away. For the kids, I think the mini golf was the highlight of the trip. I have mentioned this before, but that place is amazing. I always think more of my Dad when we do things that I know he would appreciate. Having a mini golf course, was always a passion of his...of course with that, the batting cages, driving range, etc.

Someday, when I am rich and famous, I would love to build one, in honor of him! Speaking of rich and famous...
I need to get Dad a headstone. I need to and will when we can afford one. Actually, I need to check into it more. It's just one of those things that I have been putting off. For what a funeral costs, those damn things should be included in the price. Thankfully, we recieved lots of help with the funeral costs! I haven't forgotten that generosity!

Onward...
Well, tonight we just got back from the fireworks....fun times as well. The kids had a blast-sparklers and all.

Tomorrow, it's off to a friend's lakehouse for a day on the lake...should be fun too.

Sunday, a visit with my Mom, sister, and brother, which I am looking forward too! A LOT!

Ah, love my family!

Speaking of this. Sam came to one of Alex's softball games last weekend. He was close for country USA, and decided to come to a game. We met him at the hotel he was staying at. He walked out in the parking lot, and looked so much like Dad. No one said a word. We just smiled and continued on to the game.

Dad, you would have loved to have been there, like always.

Miss you tons, and still love you, like when you were here!