It is back to school time for the youngest three-Andrew is a sophomore in college, Patrick started high school, and Janey is in fifth grade. I've always said this is a sentimental time of year for me-it just feels like this is when it's apparent how fast the years are flying by. I'm so grateful though that everyone is happy where they are-thriving and growing with great schools and teachers and classes and friends.
I am back at home not teaching- health-wise I will have way too low immunity to fight anything, and I know it's the right choice-I don't have the energy or time frankly to give it my all, although I sure loved that job. Thankfully I also adore being home, and I will always have enough to do here. I am never having to rush or feel that my brain is juggling too much, or that there isn't enough time in the day. I love tending my home inside and out, and just living a quieter and slower life. I love being outside every day and noticing the weather and nature - the trees and birds and smells and sounds. It has been a gorgeous sunny summer, with just enough rain. I've been on my porch for most of it, it seems.
Nice to see you, Sarah! And thanks for the back to school update; the kids sure are growing up fast. God's continued blessings on all of you.
ReplyDeleteSo nice to see you! Good luck to your school aged kids! Enjoy the rest of summer!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your back-to-school! God bless your beautiful growing family. Definitely shows the passage of time, Patrick has transformed into one of your big boys Sarah! Enjoy this season of being in your home again. Thank you for sharing the seasons of your life with us. You bring joy, wisdom and beauty to so many. Sending prayers for strength and peace to you. Be well. God Bless. Xo
ReplyDeleteI love your blog! Thank you so much for celebrating family and home life. What a joy. I pray God continues to bless you and yours.
ReplyDeleteSending gratitude and love. xo
ReplyDeleteThank you for updating. I've been following your blog for what seems like forever and think of you often. Prayers for your healing and continued blessings for you and your family!
ReplyDeleteIt's so nice to see you blogging again, I have been following you for years and years and I really enjoy reading your posts. Thinking of you through your cancer journey and sending strength.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe how grown up Patrick is! He was the baby when you started blogging, right? My Maggie was the baby here and now she will be a sophomore. It's terrible and wonderful at the same time. I pray for you all the time, and I'm glad you get to be at home while you are going through this :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this update of your lovely family. I've enjoyed your blog for many years, and I am so sorry that you are again facing such a challenge. And yet, in spite of it, you have such a grateful spirit. You are inspiring. I wish you all the very best.
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