. . . I think I would have to get someone to watch Meadow.  She really is as sweet as sweet can be.  She has a smile that can melt your heart.  She communicates in her own special way.  Oh, and that sideways glance she throws your way when shes feeling shy. . . I’m […]

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  • LeAnn - August 8, 2012 - 12:36 pm

    Hilarious… and precious.ReplyCancel

  • Sassytimes - August 8, 2012 - 12:58 pm

    Oh Meadow…too funny! She was relaxed. Couldn't help it. 😉

    I love the happy, content Meadow face just as much as the serious Meadow face we see so much of. She's adorable.ReplyCancel

  • Ky • twopretzels.com - August 9, 2012 - 5:48 pm

    Oh, those eyes. 🙂

    And sink baths ARE relaxing, I mean come on. 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Anonymous - August 9, 2012 - 7:12 pm

    Life seems extra sweet with Miss Meadow around! (Even if she does make a dirty mess! lol!)

    BTW, her eyes are gorgeous!!!!!

    JoEllenReplyCancel

  • Wrestling Kitties - August 10, 2012 - 2:37 am

    Haha! Too funny 🙂

    Oh, how cute is that beautiful pudding face?!?! Could just eat her up!

    Love sink bath pictures.

    Just adorable!ReplyCancel

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  • Sassytimes - August 6, 2012 - 2:08 pm

    Wow. I needed this today. Thank you!ReplyCancel

  • woopig - August 6, 2012 - 8:20 pm

    Can I come have lunch, too? One of my favorite quotes is something she said: "Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it."

    Hope you have a wonderful little break!

    KatieReplyCancel

  • The Ohiyohs - August 8, 2012 - 12:44 am

    Just saw something on pinterest you might like if you want another photo project… 🙂 Take a picture of your kid(s) with an object from each letter of the alphabet (ie umbrella and your kid for U) and then make a shutterfly book of it. I would love to see what you would come up with!
    Keep capturing moments – we all need to see inspiration and hear honest and encouraging words when online.ReplyCancel

  • Wrestling Kitties - August 10, 2012 - 2:40 am

    Love it.

    Enjoy the time with your dad!ReplyCancel

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  • Katie - August 3, 2012 - 12:27 pm

    What a wonderful glimpse into your world, Summer! That Meadow is just too cute—she's at such a fun age, too. And sunflowers really do make you smile. Such a beautiful life you lead! Happy weekend! : )ReplyCancel

  • Sassytimes - August 3, 2012 - 1:45 pm

    I think your hair looks great short! It frames your face well.

    Chanelle with the boy…oh my. Really. That may be the most adorable thing ever! And the boy saying he can't hold hands til he's 17. Hysterical!

    Little Meadow is such a doll. If we lived closer, perhaps she could be my daughter in law? 😉ReplyCancel

  • CharisFaith - August 3, 2012 - 2:37 pm

    Love those kinds of friends!!! The picture of Meadow enjoying her Smore, oh my that is priceless!!!

    I can't believe you only have 60 more days of the pictures, I have really enjoyed those!!!

    The boys(men) hijacking the camera, too funny!!!!

    The story of Chanelle and Joshua, LOL!!!

    Happy Friday!!!ReplyCancel

  • CharisFaith - August 3, 2012 - 2:38 pm

    Oh and I love your hair, it looks fantastic!!!ReplyCancel

  • Lissa Forbes - August 3, 2012 - 3:27 pm

    What a lovely post, Summer! Yes, isn't it interesting what happens when we reflect … we realize we've accomplished more than we knew — glad you got yourself some new running shoes! Love your hair cut. It is so becoming!! ;-> And my favorite … Meadow with S'Mores all over her face. haha! Coming here always makes me smile — and that's good for the soul. Take care, my friend.ReplyCancel

  • ally, zane, avery and nola - August 4, 2012 - 12:52 am

    love your hair, and the pics of the "boys" made me laugh out loud!ReplyCancel

  • Westerville Mom - August 4, 2012 - 1:30 am

    So your foot is better now that you switched shoes??!! Hope so! I can't believe I'll be the only one who is 60 and running with my long flowing hair:) (but I love the short hair too)And I'm sad that Chanelle is already spoken for…Gregory will be even more sad!:)ReplyCancel

  • Adopted Aunt - August 4, 2012 - 1:39 pm

    Thank you! And wonderfulReplyCancel

  • Jill - August 5, 2012 - 1:23 pm

    Love the haircut!!! I keep going shorter too 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Wrestling Kitties - August 10, 2012 - 2:52 am

    Great post!

    Yay for new shoes and back to running!

    Your hair looks awesome!! Love it.

    Campfires with friends and family are great…and so is smore face 🙂

    That hand holding story is fantastic!!

    Sweet sweet meadow…9 months?! Wow. Her expressions are great. And we just got a water table for Henry. Excellent purchase! !ReplyCancel

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  • Summer - August 2, 2012 - 12:23 pm

    It seems strange to comment on my own blog. I hardly know what to say. . . it's a rarity to say I'm speechless. . . but I am.

    I had a blog scheduled for today. . . this wasn't it. (check back tomorrow) I was shocked to find this.

    My heart is over-whelmed. Thank you, Chad, for hacking my blog and giving me this special gift. And for those of you that contributed to this gift. . . thank you. I am humbled and touched beyond words. . .

    More later. . .ReplyCancel

  • Anonymous - August 2, 2012 - 1:10 pm

    You're hubby is pretty special! Happy Birthday Summer! Enjoy this day to the fullest! What an amazing way to start you're day by reading this.
    MarieReplyCancel

  • Iris Took - August 2, 2012 - 1:14 pm

    LOVE this! Happy Birthday Summer!!!! Enjoy your day. Chad – you get a zillion husband points today; what a sweet thing to do.ReplyCancel

  • Katie - August 2, 2012 - 2:31 pm

    What a wonderful, love filled birthday present! May you have the happiest and fun filled day as you possibly can, Summer! : )ReplyCancel

  • Sassytimes - August 2, 2012 - 3:40 pm

    What an amazing husband you have, Summer! And YOU are amazing as well. Hope you have the best birthday ever!ReplyCancel

  • Lisa@Pocketfuls - August 2, 2012 - 5:00 pm

    Wishing you a wonderful birthday and a happy year, Summer!ReplyCancel

  • Adopted Aunt - August 3, 2012 - 12:53 am

    Summer I hope your day and this year are as wonderful as you! You changed my life by letting me love your kids while my nephew is in TX. And thank you for asking thought provoking ? Hen I would stop in with Frosties. You are a wonderful mom, a wonderful woman. May zgod bless you! And glad your hubby did this!

    Love you, JackieReplyCancel

  • Adopted Aunt - August 3, 2012 - 12:53 am

    Summer I hope your day and this year are as wonderful as you! You changed my life by letting me love your kids while my nephew is in TX. And thank you for asking thought provoking ? Hen I would stop in with Frosties. You are a wonderful mom, a wonderful woman. May zgod bless you! And glad your hubby did this!

    Love you, JackieReplyCancel

  • CharisFaith - August 3, 2012 - 2:35 pm

    I'm a day behind, however I believe in birthday's stretching out for more then the day 🙂

    Love that Chad hijacked the blog, that's just awesome!!

    Hope that this year continues to bring lots of little moments of great joy!!! Hope that you have a wonderful, blessed year!!!ReplyCancel

  • Wrestling Kitties - August 10, 2012 - 2:58 am

    This was amazing to read. It sounds like you have so much love in your life and it is filled with truly wonderful people!

    I know late but hope you had a wonderful birthday! !ReplyCancel

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  • kate • one more thing - August 1, 2012 - 6:05 pm

    Exactly what I needed to be focusing on today… thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

  • Lissa Forbes - August 1, 2012 - 8:40 pm

    Love, love, love this!!! And the quote is so appropriate, not only for the image, but for the day!!! Thanks for sharing, Summer.ReplyCancel

  • Anonymous - August 2, 2012 - 10:30 am

    Beautiful, beautiful, beautifuL! And speaking of BEAUTY! Happy Birthday, Summer! Beauty inside and out. MILReplyCancel

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