When summer break is not really a break.

We've been so busy with the unexpected since the weekend after finals, I hardly see this as being a break. But I have hope, and we are now being mindful of our schedule to see that we can start enjoying our summer from here on out. We are still dealing with the grief of unexpected deaths. We are still dealing with broken bones, and we still have to deal with unexpected car repairs. But there will be a light at the other side.

Noah started his day camp. This camp is designed for kids with varying disabilities who may not be able to attend a traditional style camp. The staff is trained to handle the varying degrees of functioning that these kids have, and Noah enjoys going. He even has friends that go as well. He is also able to collect social security as a supplemental income based on his diagnosis which a huge help in ensuring he gets the things he needs, like camp. Next on our list is a compression vest for the start of school.

We've been at VBS for the past two weeks, but we are hoping to have a nightly routine starting this next week. Monday is soccer run night at the dairy barn, Tuesday is car load night at the drive in (if the movie is family appropriate), Wednesday is "wipeout" and "I survived a Japanese Gameshow" on ABC, Thursday is LOST (We've got the first 3 seasons on DVD), and Friday is open for bonfires, the winery, whatever. We've even laid out a schedule to help Noah with the transition of all the chaos. Friends can come over Monday, Wednesday, or Friday between 10-2, while Noah is at camp. He hasn't been able to handle a houseful yet. Sounds harsh, but sometimes you just gotta say no.

I look forward to posting later on how well this is working, and maybe even some pictures of our summer fun that is about to begin.