Goal Accomplished!

Last night, the MyMy accomplished a goal. Her daddy brought home a quarter of Hawaii from the bank. She now has a quarter designed by every state in her collection. Isn't she cute? Thanks to grandma and grandpa Ike for the fun gift.

Bonding Time

So, on Sunday I decided to do some bonding with the girls. I promised them this summer we would begin cooking school and well, to make a long story short, we didn't.

Yesterday, we made an apple pie. It turned out great, and we had fun. I recall only saying "serenity now" one time, and giving the MyMy some needed time to calm down.

While the pie was baking, the girls pulled out the playdough we made last week and continued rolling and making pies and cookies to get their fill. I love Sunday afternoons spending time with the family.

I love America!

I love America! I am proud to be an American! I love what America stands for. I love that I live in a country that cares for its people. I love that America was founded by men who put their trust in God and built a great nation. I love the men, women, and families who have put, and now put, their lives on the line to keep our country free. I love that I can sleep safely each and every night. I love that I can worship the way I choose to worship. I love that every voice has an opportunity to be heard. I love that I have a choice in where I want to live, where I work, who I want to associate with, and how I want to use my spare time. I love that I have roads to drive on, food to shop for, parks to play at, lights to turn on, and dirt to build on. I love that you can always find a friendly face. I love how we fight for other people's freedom. I love how we care for people in other countries. I love that all of us are able to live the American dream as long as we are willing to work hard for it. I love that America has made it possible for people to reach the American dream. I love how there are so many who are willing to serve others in so many different ways and capacities. I love that people who serve, serve, not because they are forced, but because they want to serve. I love how giving and caring Americans are. I love, living in a democracy. I feel so blessed! I love America!