Wow...

So, my last post, let's just say I was on a mental break down. That usually doesn't happen. But I am back and am ready to take on the world once more. So much has gone on so here are the highlights in a nutshell.

July
* My brother and wonderful family were sealed in the St. George Temple for time and eternity. It has been such a long road for them and I am so proud of them for sticking it out and making it possible. Our family feels complete now.

* We celebrated Hutch's birthday by going to the St. Anthony rodeo with our friend. He had never been to one and it was great time. I can't believe he is 26 yrs old! My little man is growing up :) And the best present I think; he is getting a puppy. Not just any puppy, the kind of puppy he has wanted for years; a Doberman.

Now you ask yourself, "how are they able to get a puppy where they're living now?" Well folks, prepare yourselves to be amazed. In July we found a townhouse in foreclosure that we really wanted. It was rat race against another couple to get our offers in before the other and we ended up with best offer. We were supposed to close today, but apparently the sellers didn't sign for power of attorney with the bank and all the other paperwork, so now we have to wait until they sign the stuff; get it to our realtor; and then we can close. We found another couple to take over our lease in the apartment and they are moving in on Saturday the 20th. So, we have to be out before then (we wanted to be in our new place), but luckily we have family around that will let us stay for a few days until we close. Fantastic. This is going to be an adventure, that's for sure.

We are moving on with the next phase of life. We are going to be here for at least another 4 years because of Hutch's schooling, so we figured, why not settle down and then when we have to leave, we can just rent out the place. So, it is pretty much a win/win. We are super excited! Now closing day, get here faster dangit.