Our time here in Hilmar is flying by. We've been here three weeks already and have immensely enjoyed our visit. Our trips back usually consist of fly in, race around, fly out, so to have the gift of time to spend with people we enjoy so much has been such a blessing. Dinners, day trips, desserts and lots of lounging by pools all thrown together makes for a great month of August so far.
Sarah thoroughly enjoyed her experience at Mission Springs (that's her with her counselor above, the Covenant Bible camp for this part of California. She had a great counselor, made some new friends and didn't mind at all that just about every part of Mission Springs, sleeping included, is done outside (solid roofs, but open on the sides for almost all buildings). In her usual "I am afraid of nothing" style she rode mini-bikes, jumped off of Little Ben (25ft platform), climbed across the suspension rope bridge and tackled the climbing wall. I hope she tackles middle school with as much gusto as she attacks climbing walls. :)
Nathan discovered that friends of ours kept their sons' Lego sets and has been putting together many Lego creations. Once built, they often end up going for a test float in the pool. He also continues to create with everday objects - the styrofoam cup turned into a boat that also ends up in the pool. Toothpicks are a favorite building material as well. So far we owe Mike and Margaret at least one box of toothpicks to replace what Nathan has used. It is amazing what creative minds can do when you simply have time to let your mind create.
I (Evie) am enjoying this temporary life of leisure and trying hard not to think about how much yard work is waiting for me. (Not to mention finding a new job - yikes!!) No sense in focusing on that now - just enjoy the time left! I've read many books and sprouted many more freckles thanks to the constant sunshine and thanks to many invitations only had to cook about 50% of the time. Can't beat that.
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