Last school shopping for HS for one, and first school shopping for HS for the other. Unbelievable. But, what is believable is how much easier it is to school supply shop for HSers! Notice the one bag each?? And, those bags are not even full. They don't need the laundry list of materials, in fact, I'm not sure there is even a list? It was just "Hey Mom, I probably should get some folders and notebooks." The only mandatory must have was Ticonderoga pencils - which I take full credit. If you don't know, those are the only pencils to buy - ever.

 These two are my favorite. The banter is hilarious, and often highly inappropriate.😂

Last first day of Captains' Practice for this XC Captain.

 

 Chemo #7 - getting there. The combination of meds and anti-allergy "pretreats" makes it so I sleep most of the time in the chair. But, every time I open my eyes, AP is there. 💜

This year, we adjusted the annual school shopping adventure so Harps and Grammy could hit up the "big mall" in Fargo. (Bennett had no preference on shopping center.). The kids drove up early, and each had their special day with Grammy. While I don't have pictures of the haul, you know they came home with the most basic clothes and coolest shoes. They get older, and their styles much more reserved, but the day is still one of their favorites.

And, the weather cooperated so we were able to spend time on Rose. Best news ever - the deck is finished and the HOTTUB INSTALLED!