Can I Stop Time?

I admit it, I've been so horrible about updating this blog. I'm sorry to the family and friends that follow this for updates on our lives. It seems like I just don't have time for much of anything extra these days. I will try harder. Yeah, I know... you don't believe me do you? ha ha ha

I can't believe my birthday boy (May 16th) was 7. Yes, I know it's July, lol. Our little man is getting so big. He's lost 2 teeth at 7 and growing everyday. His personality is one of my favorite things. He's definately a leader and not a follower. He thrives on making you laugh then gets tickled at himself. It makes my heart sing! He had a bowling party. I know you are thinking, didn't he have one of those last year and to answer your wonder, yes you would be correct. He wanted another one this year. What can I say, he likes routine. Hah. We tried to get him to do other things but that's what he wanted, so that's what he got.

To catch you up on our lives, the plumbing saga or as we like to call it " The Pinkston Potty Nightmare" continues. It's still not fixed but we are on the list (should be in a week or two). We still are saying a prayer it doesn't require tearing up the street. The 5 trees they had to take are down and cut so we are prepped and ready.

Chris is off for the summer (from school) so he's enjoying being around the house and with CJ. As for me, I've been fortunate too to spend the summer at home and not travel back and forth a day or two a week to the office so it's been wonderful. I love spending time with our little man, day in and day out. I do have to say, there is a part of me that's ready for school to be back in session but, I wouldn't trade my special moments with my boys for anything! We recently had a wonderful vacation as a family, we needed the time away! I wish I was back there now, taking in the water and the sun...

On a positive note, we FINALLY settled with the insurance company and recently bought a replacement camper. It's not new but, it's nice inside and it gets the job done for Chris until he's out of school. He loves it because it has a separate bedroom and has a swivel rocker. For those of you that know Chris, it's important he can continually move. :>)

For those that were praying for Chris' dad (Jim), thank you so much. He's doing so much better and as of right now, they said they can't see anymore cancer cells. He's had his last chemo treatment and is doing well. Praise the Lord. He goes for a CT and PET scan soon so that will confirm or change the future plans. More to come on that. Right now we are looking forward to seeing him and spending time with Janice as well next weekend. We are headed to Tunica for a fun filled gambling weekend just adults. :) Maybe we will win B-I-G!

So, now I'm off to celebrate a belated birthday dinner with a girlfriend. Hope this finds all of you well until next time! Peace, Love, and Birthday Cake!!!