All the everyday aspects of life continued in Phoenix while we were gone–not that I expected they wouldn’t–and it’s time to catch up. It’s interesting to me that some of the areas that were ‘mine’ were set aside by Richard, though he did keep the living areas functional and did some odd jobs we’d been putting off.

I’m working for fifteen minutes here and there on:

~5 weeks of mail (including miscellaneous bills)

~Sunday coupons

~Grocery restocking/fridge cleaning

Of course, life goes on with the normal post-trip unpacking & laundry, the sorting, passing down or donating of too-small clothing. Routines haven’t reset themselves just yet, so I’m not worrying about school until after Labor Day. All’s swell that ends swell, right?

We’re so glad you made it here safely! Let us know if there’s anything you need while you’re here. Update your link(s) as needed to for a speedier return next time…

While you’re waiting for the rest of the story on Ephraim’s birthday enjoy these photo galleries!

Our trip north wraps up with

Week 3 in Idaho

and

Utah Colorado Home 

Whet your appetite for the big birthday while strolling through memory lane online

Ephraim’s First Year

Three albums up, one to go!

Thanks for joining us–redesign in progress  =)