And the Beat Goes On...

Well, school has started at the Ross household and summer things are winding down. John is enjoying his new position at the Christian school as computer teacher along with the 5 on-line courses he teaches. Needless to say, he is very busy (not to mention he is Jr-high youth leader and Adult Bible Fellowship leader).

Hannah is getting back in the school groove better than I thought. We did some school off and on over the summer so it wasn't a complete shock. She loves to learn certain things but still doesn't like to have to work to hard at anything one thing. She also started back at gymnastics and is on the big equipment now learning "big girl" moves (as she calls them).

Luke is potty trained, I could shout it from the mountain tops. I am very proud of him and it was very painless. He is a smart and growing boy. Lately his favorite thing to say to me is, "Mama, you're my best friend." It doesn't get any better than that.

My washing machine broke today in the middle of the first of 5 loads of laundry, this with company coming. I got a little bent out of shape and then God reminded me of something. I need to learn the difference between an inconvenience and a tragedy. I am ashamed to say I acted as if it was a tragedy. I am thankful though to be forgiven and to learn.

Camping Out

We recently enjoyed a wonderful camping trip to the Hocking Hills in southern Ohio. We had great weather and the different sights we saw were breath taking. We did a lot of hiking and playing, as well as bonding as a family.

In other news, we are gearing up for the school year again. Not only in continuing kindergarten with Hannah but John will also be teaching at a local Christian school this fall. He is excited and we are getting his class room and such ready. Hard to believe that it is almost back to school time.

We are thankful to God for the new job and the wonderful vacation. To think that H made all of those beautiful mountains and caves just for us to enjoy.