Early to Rise

I'm just an early riser I've decided...Today I woke up at 4:15 am and went right to work on things I don't normally get to do when my children are awake. For instance, I was able to sit down and have a cup of coffee with the Lord. I read and studied my Bible while drinking a cup of coffee. It was wonderful and what a great way to start the day..? I also do things like taking a shower in peace and checking and sending emails. It's just a good time for me to be up and at it. I'm at my best in the morning.
The kids are doing great. As I've mentioned before Kieran is really looking forward to school being out and I think he's even counting the hours. It's pretty entertaining to hear each day that he only has this many days left. But, what am I going to do with him allllll Summer long? He doesn't realize it yet but he's gonna get very bored at some points. And, therefore he'll drive me crazy. I have lots of weeds that need pulling so I'm sure I can find something for him to do. Hehehe...
Steff is starting to get very dark skin from being out in the sun non-stop. She's such a little sun worshiper. She absolutely loves the sun and water. So, to keep her entertained and out of things that an otherwise adorable 3 year old would get into I simply set up her little pool and put her in her swim suit and she's good to go for hours. At some point she'll decide she's thirsty and hungry and come in for nourishment but other than that she plays and plays.
Sadie is doing well. She's making more sounds that sound more like talking each day and Ryan and I believe it won't be long before she starts to talk. He says a month, I say at least 3...we'll see who gets closer. Not that there's any reward but it is bragging rights.
We've come to the conclusion that Sadie's skin isn't nearly as sensitive as we feared it might be. She's been spending quite a bit of time in the sun without a burn or pink skin in sight. She may be like her brother and tan quite well. I sure hope so, I'd hate for her to be super sensitive to the sun her whole life.
Ryan is doing great...he was able to take the entire weekend off. He went golfing on Friday and Saturday and Sunday he spent time with his family and in the yard. We have one flower garden that has been weed matted and is ready for rocks. One down and many to go...But in all seriousness, I think Ryan needed to have a weekend away from work, he's been getting pretty burned out and the weather couldn't have been better.
So that's all that's new in our lives. We sure pray all is well in your lives and that you are walking with the Lord each day. Please take care of yourselves and remember you are loved by us...
Sincerely,
Tricia