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Happy Monday! Last week was BUSY, friends. And the thing is...I think life now is "busy," but I'm certain I will think back on these days when the boys are in high school and think, "you thought that was busy?!" I think it's all relative. 😉

We had the best, most rejuvenating weekend. Nothing spectacular was on the agenda, but it was the perfect mix of productivity, fun, and down time. Mid-week last week Sammy was feeling some big emotions. He said, "why are there so many days until Friday?!" Ugh. Same, buddy. We needed a quiet weekend at home to gear up for another week. 😊

Last week was Homecoming Week in our town. Sammy LOVES a parade and couldn't have been more proud to wave at the Newton Cardinals football players wearing...


Dustin's old jersey. 😊

Our church had it's annual Fall Festival. There was a blow-up inflatable, tattoos, crafts, and cotton candy. Sammy was happy to indulge in all of the above while Jack watched from his spot on my hip. Haha. 


And on Friday evening, we celebrated my sweet mama who is officially RETIRED! She has worked SO hard for SO many years, and I am so happy for her to have a chance to slow down in life. 


I love this picture of them! Everyone is looking and smiling - which is no small feat. 



Sammy had his first flag football game of the season this weekend, too! He scored two (I think) touchdowns, and mostly had fun cheering on his friends. I laughed so hard...he was smiling so big his mouthguard kept popping out. I love this little boy and his joyfulness! 

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and are ready to kick-off this last week of September. How did that happen?! Be back tomorrow. XX


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