What's Happening....

Brian has been in China for a whole week now. Sherri hears from him daily. He has been having some interesting experiences & FOOD!! He's eaten squid with the little suction cups on them, and fish with the eyes & whole heads on them. They served "snacks" at karaoke---chicken FEET!!! If it crawls, swim, moves and breathes---they eat it...ALL! Anyway, I know he'll have lots to to tell us when he comes back.

Sherri and kiddos are supposed to come for a few days this coming week, provided they are are all (mostly) well. Some of them have the sniffles, but that's acceptable. Today we all, except Caleb, went to see Harry Potter 6. I really enjoyed it, but the kids said there were "gaps" and stuff missing. I didn't read this far, so I really enjoyed it. Can't wait to see the 2-part ending next year.

Dean is having some work done on the foundation of our barn. It keeps shifting, because we didn't do it right the first time . I'm happy to say the weather just cooler----high 80's and low 90's. So much better than 100+ weather!!

I'm reading MY SISTER'S KEEPER, and can hardly put it down. I've read almost ALL of Jodi' Picoult's books now. Only a couple more to go. Recently I've been reading non-fiction about China (not b/c of Brian) but because I'm interested about the culture. Who knows, they may be in charge some day (of us).

We are planning some vacations for later this year. We are going on a road-trip to see the boys in different states this fall---and also to see some friends and relatives in Florida. Then in November we are going to Stormy Point in Branson for a week---with our Tampa friends. Can't wait for that! Next year we are planning a 2-week trip to Michigan to stay on a lake somewhere near Alpena, with the Karp's. And maybe some other small trips also. Who knows..... It's good to look forward to spending time with family & friends. Well, time to go. HOpe everyone is having a fab. weekend. Take care......

Good Night Gracie....