This was a good summer. It was also a hard summer. As I get older, I've realized that most good things come with their share of hardship. Most of our energy this summer has gone to painting our house. my children are all pretty much fearless. this makes proud and terrifies me at the same time. we spent a lot time at Lowes There are a still a few things that need to be touched up (storm windows, sealing the porches, etc) but we are pretty much done! It looks amazing and has made me fall in love with our house all over again. Can't wait to tackle some more of the landscaping next summer. before picture after!!!! and a few more after shots