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Well, it's been a while. Summer is always a crazy time, busier than usual, and this summer is no exception. Truth is, I can't say what I've been doing, just the same old same. I think my blogging time was replaced by reading time...thank you, Kelly, for introducing me to Emily Griffin! And of course, there's the whole kid thing, seems to keep me on my toes.

It's been a good summer though. Highlights include hiring a babysitter! Such an awesome idea. I have so enjoyed getting a break. Much needed, in deed! Trading in my beloved Honda Accord for a much bigger Honda Pilot so the girls and I can have a little leg room when we're driving. I've gotten to spend a lot of time with friends this summer which has been so much fun! Though I haven't gone yet, I'm so looking forward to visiting my best friend from college, Joslyn, in DC later this month. And as always, watching the girls' constant growth and change is amazing.

Enter Teething! Though I can't say this is actually a highlight, it has sapped a lot of my time and energy so far this summer. Cannot wait for this to be over! On a brighter note, they're learning so much now. Always on the move, usually running. Someone actually said to me the other day, "wow, they get around well for having such short legs." Not sure, is that a backhanded compliment? I am the first to admit my girls are a short, but I'm still laughing at that one. They're trying so hard to talk now and actually have a handful of words. Hi, bye, sissy, ball, bath, trash, dog, duck, etc. In spite of their ever growing vocabulary they prefer barking, which they do constantly. Until very recently anything on four legs barked according to the girls. The older the girls get, the more fun I have. Looking forward to the next couple of months to see what else they have up their sleeves.

Still planning on going to grad. school fall of 2011. Once applications are available, I will apply to CSU and Metro's MSW programs. I'm actually leaning toward Metro's program now despite their newness and lack of reputation. It ultimately comes down to convenience at this time in my life and Metro's campus is only 25 minutes from the house compared to the hour long drive up to Ft. Collins. I think I've even figured out the direction I would like to take my career. I would love to be a part of the mental health treatment of Type 1 diabetics. As a diabetic, I feel like this is largely ignored though it is a huge part of having diabetes or any chronic illness for that matter. As I have not even applied for school yet, there is a huge possibility that this will change, but it is comforting thinking that I have a plan.

I will start taking a few classes required for admittance in the fall. I think I have about three or four to do. This will be a nice transition into full time school and will be mentally stimulating...something that has definitely been lacking in my life the last year and a half...no offense, girls!

Overall, life is good. It's been a good summer, but I'm ready for fall now, cooler weather and everything else it has to bring.