Change of Season

The long, hot summer seems to be nearing an end in Phoenix, something I've been anticipating for weeks now.  I was never so happy to turn off the air conditioner and open up all of the doors on the back of the house.  Today I had to remind Alexa that she could go outside and play, as it has been months since she's been able to play outside for more than ten minutes.

Alexa and I attended a Princess-themed birthday party this afternoon, a perfect chance for her to wear one of her dress-up costumes outside of the house.  I must have been asked 100-times between 9am and 2pm whether it was time to leave for the party.  We had a good time - it's always funny to watch these girls, who spend 10-hours a day, 5-days a week together, act like they haven't seen each other in ages when they get together on the weekends!  It was the perfect amount of time for a birthday party (two hours), and I'm sure Damon appreciated the chance to watch a couple hours of football with peace and quiet.

Congratulations on a very successful mini-marathon, Larry!  My brother-in-law not only recorded a great time, but he also earned the #5 fundraiser title among all racers and fundraisers.  Very impressive!  Damon and I are both honored and touched by his efforts in the fight against childhood cancer, especially since he did everything in honor of Granty.

Sporting one of her "Tangled" dresses.