Almost summer already?

This next week is the last week of school for my boys.
Crap.
How did this happen so fast? Wasn't it just Christmas like a month ago?
Time is flying by so fast and I am constantly chasing after it, trying to catch it. It's always been too fast for me though. That sneaky time...
Anyway, I'm actually excited for the 3 month break from their homework and activities. I just wish I had the same break with them.
I don't get out of school for any kind of summer vacation, so I will have to cleverly come up with some kind of bribery scheme to keep the boys out of trouble and me from committing myself to an institution.

I have to say how proud I am of my boys! They have handled my schooling experience extremely well.
I wasn't sure what exactly would happen when I started, but they have been very sweet and supportive and understanding.  I think they secretly enjoy seeing their mom doing "homework" and studying for tests. I can just see them in their rooms snickering to each other..."tee hehe. Now mom has to do homework too. Now she knows how if feels. We should go tell her she can't play or go anywhere until it's all finished....teehehe."

Honestly, I have never loved learning more. I absolutely adore my instructors and the other girls at the school. I am constantly fascinated by the things we are learning and doing. It is hard work, but it is rewarding. For Pete too. He gets a neck, shoulder and decollete massage almost every night...poor guy.

I am hoping that this summer will hold less stress than the last year has held for us all. I am hopeful, too, that my boys will enjoy a bit of independence and responsibility while I'm at school and that we can have a great time when I get home each day....my fingers are crossed.

Deep breath. Here goes!

12 Years Together

Today was an amazing day!!
Zachary was baptized and confirmed a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It was beautiful, and I was once again reminded of the simple, yet beautiful principles of the Gospel that bring our families together for eternity!
I am so proud of you Zach! You are such an amazing boy with an amazing heart and spirit! I know you will continue to stive to live the gospel and make righteous decisions. You are a peacemaker and always want to lift others and make them laugh! We love YOUR laugh!

Today is also mine and Pete's 12th anniversary!
CRAZY!
It doesn't seem like it's been that long, and yet, we have been through so much and have so much to do still, that I hope that there will be many, many more years together to grow in love, friendship, understanding, respect and faith!
I love you Peter! I am forever grateful for the wonderful ways you have blessed my life over the last 12 years! You have taught me to reach higher and expect great things from myself. You have demonstrated courage and strength and taught me humility. You have never given up on me...and I will never give up on you. Don't give up on yourself! You are worth more than you know. I am happy and priveleged to be your wife and to have the opportunity continue through this life learning and growing with you. Thank you for your forgiveness of my faults, mistakes, short-comings and failings. I love you so very much!
Happy Anniversary!