Brain Freeze

Today we celebrated the last day of summer vacation. It wasn't a planned or well thought out celebration but instead a combining of errands and simple fun. Yesterday I woke up early jumped in the shower, dressed in a matching outfit and curled my hair. Although these are simple tasks they were things low on my summer priority list. As I drove to a teaching job interview I felt a little nervous, scattered and discombobulated. I reflected on our summer and easy it was for me to leave the work world into the stay at home mom one.

Of course being a mama is work and at times much harder than any other work but it is different. My kids love me whether I have flat dirty hair or volumized strands, sweats or a skirt, they just want to play. It's been a fabulous summer filled with fun, laughs and relaxation. I am so thankful to have had this opportunity but also excited to try something new.

We dropped some more paperwork off to a few schools this morning, played at a wonderful park, shopped at a country store and ate ice cream for lunch. As we pulled into the gravel parking lot where a tiny yet brightly painted building with the name "Brain Freeze" plastered on the front stood Trexen said, "mom this is fun". He was right, it was fun, spending the day with my boys, enjoying the weather and delicious ice cream.

Sand and Sunscreen

Finally we were able to go to the beach! Status said open, forecast was correct and schedules aligned. Tenney Beach did not disappoint today, the water was warm and pretty clear, ducks casually swimming by and sand toys being passed around. Lots of sunscreened little bodies sculpted castles and splish splashed. Three new mamas even joined us making it that much better.





























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My latest project of adding color back into our main level with a small budget continues. The fireplace mantel has been transformed, still trying to decide on just the right layout but it's a start. Bright pillows added to the couch and a few fun accessories for the shelf. A painted end table and spruced up tv stand still to come.

Before and After


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Did you know...

-the early bird catches the worm.

-a spot filled with fish is called the honey hole.

-5 years old is the magic age in the Moll house for a Canada fishing trip with daddy.

This can only mean one thing, a fishing birthday is in the works. Lots more to come.