What a busy time!

Hi Guys,

I don't know about you, but the New Year has been nothing but super busy for us.  Hyperspeed!  Work has been rough...more so than usual..and for those of you who know what line of work I am in, you know this spells out disaster for the children.  we are only two weeks into January, and I feel like I live on fast forward.

Patrick is doing very well.  School is day to day, but he is doing well enough.  He really enjoys his classes, but speed is his issue.  Sometimes, he just does not work fast enough.  He manages well enough, though.  He is working on his karate too.

In addition, we are doing scout stuff.  And we are in the thick of scout season.  We have a competition camp out next weekend (and in February...and in March), so this should keep things interesting for a while.  haha...  Currently, we are working on the Pack Flag.  It is looking pretty good.  Patrick is also going to cross over to boy scouts after this school year.  He is so excited....however, we are still looking for a trooop.  Let's see what our future holds!

Melissa is doing pretty good.  She is working on her second semester in college.  She is looking for a job and remains relatively busy.  We are still talking to the Navy...wonder what will happen? 

Elizabeth is working hard.  Well, she was working hard.  Now she has graduated ATT (advanced technical training) and will now be off to A School on Tuesday.  Right now, she is enjoying some down time and is taking full advantage!  I am so glad she is finally having some rest and some fun! I am one very proud NAVY MOM!!  Go Navy!! Go Eli!!

As for me, I am trying to pay attention to my New Years Resolutions.  Mostly, I am getting back to basics for me.  I am trying to make sure that I take better care of Mary...while I am taking very good care of my family.  Just a few minutes of down time, but I am enjoying my crafts again...and reading more...and being more engrossed in the things that matter.  :)  Feels good too!!  However, I do have to get cracking on my other New Years Resolution...which is to get myself ready for a Master's Program.  I really need to get my butt back in school.

As you can see, life hasnt changed much...always busy.  I do not know how I manage to keep all those plates spinning on those sticks, but I manage.  And I would not have life any other way!!

Love to all of you!!  Sending you hugs...near and across the miles,

Mary