BRRRRRRRRR.................

So it does get cold here...we had to turn on the heat this morning. We got our first frost last night and the house was a chilly 58 degrees this morning. It feels good now, but we've brought in some firewood to have a nice fire tonight during FHE (family home evening). It is beautifully sunny, so if you sit inside in front of the window you can get nice and toasty. I learned this trick from our smart cat who was curled up in the sun after spending a cold night outside.

Soccer has ended for Ethan's team with a two game winning streak. His team should be labeled most improved as they really came a long way this year. We're looking forward to the spring season with the kids knowing each other better and playing as a team like they have been at the end of the season. We're so proud of Ethan...he's a real leader of the defense on the field. He helps remind kids where to be and works together with the other defenders to get the job done.

Austin's soccer season is hopefully not over. They won their game on Saturday 8-0 and we think they are going to Western Districts, but it depends on the unlikely outcome of another game that was played between the #1 and #6 team. If #6 pulled off an upset they might move into 3rd place and push us out of districts. So we have to wait and find out about that game to find out. I'm hoping the coach will call soon to let the boys know. They will be very disappointed if we don't make it. They have gone to Districts both of last years seasons (fall/spring) and were gearing up to go this fall. We'll let you know.

I have finished painting the kitchen and almost the family room. It's been a very rewarding project to see the change...mostly to see the dirty smudgy fingerprints covered up with clean new paint!! It's the simple pleasures in life that make it a great day. I'll put up pictures when it's done....that should be by Wednesday of this week.

Other than that we're just trucking right along. It's hard to believe we're getting ready for Thanksgiving and thinking about Christmas. It goes by so fast.