Long Live Summer!

My Lake

So far summer has been full of relaxation, beaches, bike rides and babies!

I have been drinking lots of water, eating lots of fruits and vegetables and doing as much yoga as possible (sometimes twice a day).  My neck, back shoulder pain have stayed minimal. I account this for the effort I am putting into my body. Sometimes, this is hard because it's not something I want to do. But overall looking at the big picture, I'm glad I've made the effort.

County Park in St. Joe

I have been able to keep my house clean enough to my standards and have done a couple of household projects that I think about doing during the school year but never get done. The flowers in my yard have never looked better!

I was able to enjoy beach time in St. Joe, MI with great friends. I know so much more about the northern half of the small cities along Lake MI, so it was great to spend time along the southern half of my Lake! I also enjoyed a day of jet skiing, friends and a summer picnic with them. I feel like I have gotten spoiled because all of these outings have been during non-holiday week days when nobody else is around! These were truly enjoyable days!!

I have always been hesitant to branch off and take bike rides out of my neighborhood when I am alone. I worry it's not safe and I also have a decrease to let my mind wander when I bike ride on unknown paths. I think when I hesitate about something, it's important to give myself a nudge and get out there and face the fear or anxiety to at least try.  These bike rides are just a teanie tiny way of me doing that! I have been getting myself out there and checking out local bike paths and just enjoying the beautiful summer days! Some of the sites have been really pretty!

Sycamore Creek in Mason

Baby Life Long Friend! 

Two of my friends are experiencing some form of motherhood for the first time.  One of these friends bought a miniature golden doodle who is the most photogenic pet I have ever seen! Some friends and I threw her a puppy shower one evening :) My friend I have had around the longest has become a mommy to a human child - a little boy! So, it's safe to say that Auntie Kim has struck again! What a fun way to spend sometime off from work :)