Wow, it's been forever since I last posted. In March my world got turned upside down, my Dad got diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, it's been something the family and I have been adjusting too. He has had back surgery, chemo, and now is on radiation. He has been strong though this whole thing.
This summer has flown by! In June, I spent my time laying out by the pool and working at McBeth. At the end of June Matthew, Pam, Michael, and myself went on a cruise, to St. Maarten, Puerto Rico, and Haiti. It was a blast! We were worried that rain would hit us the whole time but it was sunny the whole time! I got to play soccer on the ship, rock climb, dance, snorkel, and participate in different games. It was so hard coming back to reality! The below picture is of Matt and I on the beach in Haiti.

After about a week and a half of getting back from the cruise Mom and I went to Pennsylvania to see Grandma and extended family. Pennsylvania is made for my tomboy side, while the cruise was made for my girlie side! I got to go 4-wheeling, rock climbing, go camping, and over all just be outdoors. Mom, Grandma, and I went down to the family farm where we got to spend time with Grandpa's side of the family, and had other various meals with family members at cute mom/pop places. Mom, Grandma, and I were obsessed with building puzzles the whole week. I love going there and can't wait to go back!


The other big event of the summer was kickball. I got a group of friends together and we played other teams through the Austin Sports and Social League. It was a great time drinking, being active, and just bonding with friends. I hope to get on another team too.

Matthew has also been super busy this summer. Besides the cruise he has been super busy with work. He has been pulling more hours than usual and even going in at 4:30am and staying till 4-5pm!!! Matthew has made time to go golfing on Wednesday nights and practice with his band two nights a week.
Now it's time to get back to school and get ready for another year with my new kids.