10 things i couldn't live without this week:

1. cool weather in august. its so funny listening to everyone complain about how hot it is up here in the mountains, meanwhile i am searching for a sweater. the weather is absolutely beautiful up here.

2. working out with my step mom...she's the best motivator.

3. sunset cruises.

4. watching the boy fearlessly swan dive/belly flop into the lake from the dock and the boat. this kid is lake boy to the core.

5. stoney hollow farm. i am so sad that they are selling the farm. i am afraid that whom ever buys it won't be able to live up to it. this farm is a you pick/ self service farm. you literally leave your money wrapped up in the freezer. got to love the honor system.

6. the boys first jet ski ride....even if he didn't love it....it was "too loud"

7. having an abundance of help with the boy. between my dad, step mom, and all my sisters it's been really nice to not have to be constantly worried about the boy.

8. the look on my dad's face when two of my sisters showed up at the lake to surprise him. priceless.

9. the boys new love for kayak rides.

10. being surrounded with so much love, family, and laughter.