Hamilton began the month still recovering from his tonsils being removed. It was unseasonal how cool the weather was, so we were able to go see fireworks despite his not feeling well. He enjoyed getting out of the house for a while. After we returned home, we discovered our A/C was out. Luckily we were able to get that fixed the next day....THANK GOODNESS! We were relieved that it was not a costly repair.
We celebrated my birthday at home. Matt and the boys went out and picked out a new camera for me to carry in my purse. The boys were so cute, they could hardly keep the secret! They were so proud of their gift to me. My sisters and I went out for a "girls night out" and had dinner and did a little shopping. It's always nice to get out with them.
Sara's (my sister) family had a new addition to her family. Duke, a German Shepherd, and longtime family member, passed away. Sara found the cutest little German Shepherd puppy, named him Sergeant and we all love him like crazy. Our boys like helping him potty outside and helping to take care of him. I'll have to say, Spooky, our dog, has gotten lots of love since Duke passed. We love Spooky to pieces and can't imagine life without him.
Matt's dad had a heart attack at the end of the month. It was shocking to the entire family. Needless to say, Matt and I were scared. We went to Fayetteville for the day to make sure he would stabilize, and we came back that night, and then Matt went back the next day. We are waiting more tests tomorrow and they will either perform open heart surgery, or place a stint. Matt and I are going to Fayetteville for the day.
Matt started back to school. UGH! Its always hard for everyone to adjust after having him home all summer, but we are getting back into the swing of things! Hamilton starts school next week and Harrison's first day of preschool will be 09-08. I think they'll both like being in school. Right now the big question is: Will Hamilton ride the bus or be a car-rider??? Still undecided on this issue. I just can't believe I have a 1st grader!!!!
Another big change this month was the purchase of a new car. Matt's Jeep broke down...again. The transmission went out, and it was having many more costly issues. After the money we spent on it this spring, we couldn't see pouring several more thousand into it. We traded it in and he picked out a Chevy HHR. We love it! He drives it to work every morning and is so happy that it has air-conditioning. Then I drive it in the evenings when I go to work. It gets good gas mileage, and it does have enough room that we can fit 3 car seats in the back if we need to. We weren't really wanting another car payment right now, but we both have to have dependable transportation. We are happy about it.
That's all that I can remember right now for July. We're just asking for prayers for Matt's dad. We pray that whatever procedure is needed, that it is successful, and that he'll experience a speedy recovery. The kids can't wait until he feels good enough for them to be able to see him.
