I’ve been out of school for two weeks, and today was the first day that actually felt like vacation. I slept in, made myself a big cup of coffee, read a book, watched a documentary on street performers (that I highly recommend), and straightened up the house. My parents came home from their trip to Florida and we put together our brand new grill for a barbecue dinner. I went to Bible Study and then out to ice cream with the girls (well, they got ice cream, I got french fries). Christine and I went to the pet store and she got a new fish. It was a good day.

Kayla, hon, I promise I haven’t forgotten about you. Don’t you find it the least bit odd that every single time we try to get in touch something comes up or life throws a curve ball? I’m calling you tomorrow. Be ready.