Update

Boy, it has been awhile since I have written... And now I have so much to post! I can tell the weather is getting nice, the kids are back to sports, & we're just not home as much. I love this time of year, so I am trying to gracefully welcome the busy schedule.

First, a few weeks ago, Jim ran the St. Cloud half marathon. I have given up trying to figure out whether Jim is a runner or not? After every race he tells me that is it, & he is retiring those running shoes... and yet, he runs again??? Oh yes, we both are even registered for another half marathon in 2 weeks (Maple Grove) and then we both also registered for Twin Cities FULL marathon the beginning of October AND the FULL Marine Corp. Marathon (in Washington, D.C.) three weeks later! Always looking for that new challenge:)

Jim finishing the St. Cloud half

Jim, my sister's friend, Pat & Cori (my sister), Kyle (my brother) & Kelly, & Mike (my brother's friend)

Todd & Carol, & Jim

Then, Zach also had his last basketball tournament game. They finished with the season with their first win! They really had a tough time playing against the other traveling teams. It was obvious these other teams had been playing together for many years, where as this was our first year this team was together. But, we saw lots of improvement in Zach and he really did a great job. Now, Zach's FAVORITE sport has started up, baseball!!! Sean is also playing his first year of baseball this year. And Lauryn is back to softball. They all had their first games this week and played really well. It will be a fun season.

Zach's traveling basketball team - through Champlin/Dayton

Last night Jim & I enjoyed dinner out, drinks, & the Elton John & Billy Joel concert with some friends. What a great show! Unfortunately, today has been a long day, trying to recover from a late night out. But well worth it.

Kevin & Sharon, Me & Jim, Carol & Todd