Charles is in New Jersey this week at "Preacher Camp".  He seems to be getting some much needed recharging there.   I am very grateful that he has the chance to learn new things and recharge his batteries, but I am already ready for my husband to be back home!
Kaitlin is at dance camp again this week.  She has thrown herself into dance this summer and she is loving it.  I have enjoyed the chance to watch her dance here at home in the afternoons.  I miss the days of daily "shows" that Kaitlin put on.  Now it is a rare treat to see her "perform" for me! 
Jonathan and I have had a lot of reading time this week.  We read the Magician's Tower and now we are reading the 2nd Harry Potter.  I love snuggling up with a book together.  I know (from Kaitlin) that these time are limited, and I treasure them.  Jonathan has been working on Hey Joe (Hendrix) and I Will Enter His Gates (Worship song).  I love to hear him play.
I just got back from taking the boys for a walk.  Jack wanted to throw a few coins in the wishing well.  On the way back home, Jack put his arm around Jonathan and said, "you are the best brother in the world."  I love those boys.
This has been the first day this week without rain, so Jonathan is hoping for a quick beach trip this evening.  We'll see if I can manage it.

Here is an updated picture.  It has been a while since I have had my face in the blog world.