WHAT?? Yes, that is the number one question on my kids minds. Seems that we've returned from a glorious 2-week vacation in Hawaii, hit the ground running with back to school blues (and excitement; I'll let you determine which child of mine fits those adjectives). And now, we're onto Christmas - are you kidding me!
This past weekend was wonderful, we had perfect end of summer weather and great family time. My kids had a water fight in the back yard Sunday afternoon - how it warms my heart to hear the laughter of children - more so that they are getting along and having fun! But the questions about Santa and Christmas music before the leaves start falling - too much. I do, truly, love the holiday season and in October I start looking forward to the busy, hustle and bustle time but October, my dear children, is still (thankfully) 2-1/2 weeks away!
So as we close out another incredible summer, we look back fondly at our plans to slow things down and enjoy the short summer season (yah, how did that work for everyone) we move into fall, winter, and the start of another New Year where we re-make promises to stop, slow down and enjoy life and children who are growing up faster than parents expected. For me, I will always cherish our amazing "Fletcher's in Hawaii 2008" and my children having the time of their lives dousing each other with buckets of water to close out the summer of '08.
Thanks for reading,
Nick
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Thanks for lifting my spirits (except for mention of the "C" word - that doens't cross my mind until after Thanksgiving!) Sounds like you guys had sucha good time in Hawaii and brought the Aloha spirit back! So awesome.
Can't wait to see you. Lovely post. You have a beautiful family. Miss you. k
Thank you my dear friends for your comments. Miss you - Nick
Just reading your Hawaii blog put me on a little sunny vacation. I'm so glad you guys had the opportunity to visit paradise. My kids were talking in the back seat the other day. Tyler said to Andrea, "On my honeymoon, I'm going to Hawaii. If you're not married, you can come too."
But yes, let's slow things down. First things first. October...brings...eggnog! Hugs
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