End of summer

Our mornings are getting cooler and the leaves are changing. A couple of weekends ago we enjoyed probably one of our last warm weekends. We went to the park and played croquet and then we went to a local ice cream place called Jimmy Cone. Everyone in Damascus swears that it is the best, but I don't really like it. The kids loved it!

Down by the banks

This video is not exactly entertaining, but it does reflect the beauty of this area. Everywhere we go we are constantly impressed with the gorgeous plants, flowers, and trees. It is such a joy to watch the squirrels run around gathering their food. Even though the animals are great, we hate that they keep getting into our trash. If you have seen "Over the Hedge" that should give you an idea of what I am talking about. Leah is a little snotty at the end of the video, but that is no surprise. DUH

Crazy Eights

Rebecca Gibson tagged me!

8 T.V. shows I love to watch:
The Office
Seinfeld
Law & Order
America's Funnies Videos
Scrubs
Corner Gas
King of Queens
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8 Favorite Restaurants:
(We haven't been out to eat in many months)
Olive Garden
Outback
Golden Corral
Ruby Tuesday
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8 Things that happened yesterday:
exercised
did the laundry
did the dishes
walked to the bus stop to drop off and pick up Leah
made spaghetti for dinner
spent too much time on the computer
continued with our latest family scripture study plan (Yes, I am bragging because I am happy that this plan is actually working)
Had muffins with Clay and watched The Office after the kids were asleep

8 Things I look forward to:
Getting an acceptance letter for Clay from UNLV Dental School
moving to a cheaper place
more income because of the move
Being out of debt someday
Visiting family
upcoming holidays
The beautiful scenery that comes with the change of seasons
eventually some snow

8 Things I love about fall
Cooler weather
Fall smells (crisp air, fireplaces, warm meals cooking)
Halloween
Thanksgiving
The beautiful colors
going to pumpkin patches and corn mazes
Coming into a warm home from the chilly air
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8 Things on My Wish list:
Be debt free
A new wardrobe
A home we can afford
Family to want to visit more
Us to visit family more
Clay to be done with school
More kids
Ryan to be potty trained

8 People I'm Tagging:
Amanda Cook
Michelle Scott
Mandy Crandall
Wayne Linford
Jennifer Dennis
I think that is everyone in my blog list that hasn't already been tagged by someone else...If you haven't been tagged by someone-then I tag you now.

This is cute

I wanted to add this video even though I am not crazy about seeing myself on screen (who is ever comfortable with how they look in pictures/videos?) But it is so cute and Leah is pretty funny so I will deal with it.

Leah's First Day

Leah started preschool today. It was all pretty unexpected. I didn't think she would go because we can't afford the prices out here, but she qualified for the headstart program which is free. So we ran out and bought her a backpack and lunch box and she started school this morning. I am glad it happened so fast because I haven't had time to get sad. She just looks too small to ride the bus that picks her up. She will go Monday through Friday from 8:10-11:30. I miss her, but I am excited for all the fun she will have and for the friends she will make. Oh, and I guess for the education. ha ha ha!

Leah'