Juicing!

A few months ago my mom was diagnosed with cancer...again. It has really rocked our worlds. Back when she was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2005 I did a ton of research. I found Hallelujah Acrea, an amazing ministry! We started juicing and eating better, but for whatever reason didn't stick with it. So here it is 4 years later that we have decided to really get serious about our health. We now drink carrot juice sometimes mixed with greens every morning & every afternoon. There are many days we drink it 3 or 4 times a day. I have actually grown to really like the this stuff! The kids absolutely love having fresh apple juice. It tastes nothing like the juice we used to buy in the stores. We've made so many positive changes for our health and we're looking forward to each day more and more.

Arkansas!

When it comes to blogging I have been pretty consistent in one thing...waiting a couple of months in between blogging!!! Ugh! God has really been working on me in the area of balance! I tend to throw myself into just a few projects and ignore the rest. I am hoping to fit more blogging time in this year. I have the best of intentions, really!! We've had such a fun summer, however I am looking forward to some structure in our home.

We started our summer off visiting Eric's parents. What a blast! When we got there Scott was there to welcome us with some yummy BBQ. It's so nice to sit down to a home cooked meal with family! I wish they could happen more often. Then the kids were off to the lake. How cool is it to have a lake in your backyard?? The next day Jeanne, Alyssa, and I went to lunch with Bev, one of Jeanne's friends. After lunch we headed to Bev's house where she taught Alyssa and I how to knit. I have to admit, my daughter is better at it than I am! I love the outcome of a beautiful blanket or sweater, but it's HARD! I think I will stick to reading and scrapbooking! Later on Jeanne made Alyssa's favorite...her famous spaghetti. Yum!! The next morning we went out on the boat. It was a beautiful morning. There is just something about being out on the water. It was so peaceful. We had a lot of fun. Later that day we went to the beach. It was HOT! I know I live in the desert but I learned rather quickly that I do not like humidity! I will take the dry heat any day! Of course it was nice seeing all the beautiful greenery everywhere. And about an hour after we got home we were blessed with an awesome rain storm! Jeanne and I grabbed a cup of coffee and went out to their deck and watched it. Another thing about living in the desert is that it rarely rains. So that I loved seeing! I guess there is good and bad anywhere.

The kids loved all the swimming, fishing, and chatting with Grandma and Grandpa. I simply loved having a conversation with Ron and Jeanne in person! Phone calls are just not the same. This trip was short but a much needed one. Next time we will stay longer!