Summertime...not-a-break quick takes...

Summertime....is no longer my break.  Funny as a student and teacher this is the time of the year that I wouldn't have my regular routine, my job, or schoolwork.  Many times I would have summer jobs, but it wasn't the same as the classroom rigamarole.   Here are seven things that I am looking forward to this year even if it isn't a "break".

1.  Going to the zoo with this guy

We have a membership for the year and so have already been many times. It is a nice little zoo and it is close to where we live, so it is great for a nice little break from the day.

2.  Visits to the farm.  My husband grew up on the farm.   I love going back there and am really blessed with my in-laws.  It is also fun to see Dominic react to the parts of the farm that he doesn't get to experience in everyday live.  Last time we went, he loved the cows :).!

Isn't it beautiful!

3.  Two words: ice cream.  I admit I enjoy this year round, but it tastes even better when coming in from the heat.

4.  Swimming:  Personally, I love to swim, but I am looking forward to more swimming with my litle guy.  He loves the water!

5.  Vacation:  We are going on a trip to Branson this summer with my extended family.  I always like getting away but it's even more fun with my dad, aunts, uncles and cousins.  It will be our first longer trip with Dominic so that may be a little tricky, but we are looking forward to it.

6.  My anniversary: it will have been two years since we married this summer. So, summer time will always have that bit of sweetness to it....

7.  Spending time with this guy:  

Just watching him discover the world around him. He is quite the curious and observant little guy.  Fun to watch (although also tiring chasing him around while he does it)!

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