Fall is in full swing. . . 2nd grade, soccer, fall swim team, Brownies, daddy is back to work, mommy's busy work season and more. We are enjoying and living life though these crazy days, even though many of them are busier and longer than we'd like. With the schedule chock full, I'm reminscient of the amazing summer we had. It was a summer of memories and time spent connecting. Below are a few more of our summer highlights before I post on our Fall adventures.

Two wheels!

Happiest family on earth

kickin it with Mater

Last weekend of summer day out on the town
 

Summer lovin

Our 2012 Summer has been full and fun. I need to post "real" pictures from my camera when I get them downloaded. Below are a few highlights taken from my phone.

We are blessed to have the opportunity to enjoy the beauty and magic of California and have treasured every moment of new memories. I am reminded daily that we have to experience life and create memories that will last in our hearts. This summer has truly provided that.

More pictures of many more memories to come. . . .

Michelle

Six. . . it just flew by!

I am busy planning Ava Lu's 7th birthday party, and in the midst of all the details, I am struck by how fast her 6th year of life flew by.  VBS, Swim team, Tahoe, soccer, Daisy Scouts, 1st grade, learning to ice skate (and loving it!), "thrill rides (kid size, that is) at Six Flags, real homework, learning to read, Chinese dance, skiing and so much more, has filled our days with joy as we watch Ava Lu embrace each day with an amazing love for life and people.

I am always a little sad her age increases to another number because I truly love each age we've been blessed to experience with Ava Lu. She is truly our daughter of promise and a constant reminder of God's fulfillment and plan for our lives.

- Michelle