Did you know that if you lick the silver wrapping on a piece of Big Red chewing gum and stick it on your forehead, it stings??? Why do it, you ask? Because your friend tells you it's funny, why else?

Our new rose bushes are adjusting to life in the fast lane--the path to the gazebo!! Do we have the cutest boys in our family? Kobe, Kahlil, and Carter--smiling for the cameras.

Like the pictures I've posted, life is a hodge-podge right now. I'm still in recovery mode after my gall bladder surgery but feeling better every day. Our yard is more beautiful than ever, but we're not allowed to do outdoor watering because of a ban on outdoor watering. White Salmon is still struggling with water issues.

Vale waxes and wans between boredom and entertainment. Grandparents aren't very exciting after all. He enjoys the company of the neighbor, but the neighbor can't be here 24/7.

Life in all its complexities is good!! Love, Mom