It's been awhile, I know!

It's been so long since I posted that I actually had to log in today! I'm amazed that I remembered my password. While I might feel like I've fallen off the end of the earth, I actually haven't, but there's been a lot going on!

First, the rear-ending incident with the semi has turned into something more than I hoped it would! My back started hurting a couple days after the accident and the pain just kept getting worse, so I finally went to the doctor. The x-rays came back normal, so that means muscle damage (it should get better and go away). The doctor says avoid heavy lifting. How do you quit using your back? I have a toddler that sometimes I just have to pick up. I haven't tuned without pain since the wreck, not to mention it has slowed me down a bit. Also, there is this piano moving business we have where we actually lift pianos and move them!!! So while my normal routine hasn't changed much (I am trying to not help with the piano moves when possible), it is now my normal-routine-with-pain. I am not too bummed about not being able to do yard work, though.

Also, mom and dad came for a visit. They mostly came out because my brother was graduating from dental school, but we got them for about a week. Even though the kids were still in school, we had a great time. We also got to attend the graduation, which was really nice. Since dad is a dentist, he got to 'hood' Pat as he came across the stage, so that was especially neat.

In other news, the strawberries are on and school is winding down. Last day is tomorrow! The strawberries will be on for awhile yet, though. I have been picking strawberries (I know, my back!) and making jam so I am about to the point where I've seen enough strawberries - but, as always - they are super good and homemade jam is awesome. The kids aren't too excited about joining the strawberry work crew, but it's good for them and they can earn some money for our trip to see grandma and grandpa this summer!

Well - I think I've tied the phone line up long enough - so that's all for now!!