The Shroyer Family: June 2016

Summer is in full swing and it's funny, because summer used to be my least favorite season. I didn't care for the heat or having to get into a swimsuit for that matter...even though, I now appreciate how I looked in a swimsuit back then. LOL!!! Anyway, thanks to my boys I now have a new found love for "swimsuit" season and all the heat that comes along with it. I've really been enjoying every ounce of getting my days back with them, too. Truly, the decision I made last fall to come home and work has really proved to be the best decision I made for my family. My days run into each other now, because I'm no longer on a schedule (so to speak) and what an amazing feeling that is. My "career" are these little blessings that run around my house day in and day out and I FINALLY feel like my priorities are put into the correct placement. I've strived hard to find that, since having my boys, and it took me 8 years to get here. This job that I do Tuesday-Thursday helps us to continue having the means to make the memories that we've grown accustom to, but my main goal of "time" is being accomplished. I have no idea how women with families and a full blown career do it? It took me awhile, but I found I wasn't built that way and working from home is the answer for me & me only. I totally know it's not for everybody! I asked my oldest son last week what the best thing he foresees about this summer and out of everything we have planned his response, "being home with you" shocked me! It did my heart good and solidified everything!!!

We've been in vacation mode, since the last day of school, and can literally smell the beach even as we sit in Gnaden, OH waiting for our departure date to get here. To say we are ready for sandy toes, blue water, fruity drinks, and palm trees is an understatement. LOL! I was shocked when Ethan told me that he absolutely loves the travel portion of the trip. He loves all our stops, his travel binder I make, the snack bin, and just sitting back enjoying the ride. That floored me! I figured that would be his least favorite, because it is a long drive, but not to him he enjoys it. Actually, both my boys do. Colin, absolutely loves car rides, so I know he'll be just fine too. I'll post about our trip and let you know how it goes.

This past weekend was Father's Day. We both got to see our dads and spend some time with them and I tried my best to give Brenton a great one, as well and from what he said, "he had the best day." I sure hope that is true and if actions speak louder than words, than yes, he's telling me the truth. We started celebrating Friday, since he surprised us by taking 1/2 day off of work. I wasn't expecting to see him at my sister's "Gotcha" day at the courthouse, but he surprised the family by arriving for the proceedings. I was so glad he came, since it was such an important day for Clorissa & Nick and their new son Grayson Michael. Even Colin, what a trooper he was. We were so proud of him for overcoming his fear and taking part in the courthouse. That was huge!!! After the ceremony, we headed out to the lake to enjoy the warm afternoon. Another part of Brenton's big day, was Ethan's gift to his dad. Ethan planned a golf outing all by himself for Sunday afternoon. He was so darn proud of that and I was of him for getting it all together. Brenton loved it and I loved seeing the smiles on their faces with the pictures they kept sending me. Anyway, we tried our hardest to make sure Brenton knew how much we love him this Father's Day.

Like always, I like to share a few pics. Here are a few from our life the last few weeks.