End of July

Here we are, another week among us.  Four more weeks until another school year begins.  It's amazing how slow and fast these summer days go by.  It's been a laid back summer for me and I'm enjoying the peace but as we're struggling a bit financially without my income I'm ready to get back to work.

Life is growing in my very small garden.  I planted later than usual and didn't go all out with it.  I'm trying to stay out of the sun as much as possible and am waiting to hear back from the dermatologist about two more biopsies.  

Last week my son went to scout camp.  It started rough for him but seemed to have gotten better.  I'm glad he's home and I know he is too.  This was the first year he stayed over without his dad and he stated he likes it better when he's there.  

My daughter has been so excited since finding out she got a solo in this year's competition.  She's been working hard and loves dancing.  It's going to be an exciting dance year for her and Mom and Dad will have an empty bank account because of it.  

I've been struggling a lot lately.  Feeling overwhelmed by a lot that's been going on around me.  The demands of being the only family here in PA for my parents is one thing.  I shared my thoughts on Facebook and it backfired.  I have since decided to just deactivate as I work out my issues on my own.  Social media can be a place where one shares their views and experiences in an attempt to help others in a similar situation.  Apparently, that's not for me.  So, I'll move on and deal with my situations alone and prayerfully.  I know I will get through this, along with everything else going on, it's just been weighing heavily on me lately.  One day at a time.