Summertime

On this first day of summer vacation, the kids have loved every minute.  They have lounged around, played with their toys, watched their favorite shows and gone outside to run wild.  Our three year old little girl drew chalk pictures on the driveway...and the cat.  Our four year old son rode his big wheel around because "that's how he rolls."  Our seven year old son played basketball while our eight year old complained of how hot it was.  Within no time at all, our front yard looked like a three ring circus.  To make matters worse, we have neighbors down the road that could probably charge admission for their backyard.  No kidding, it's like a resort.  It's beautifully manicured, with a back deck and sitting areas overlooking a coy pond.  They also have perfect sound and lighting outside so it actually feels like you're in a dream.  I often wonder what they must think when they look down the way at our house.  I can only imagine what goes through their minds when they see one of our kids hanging upside down from a tree while squirting a water gun. 
   We're lucky to have the best neighbors on earth and no matter what, they're always so good to the kids.  They kindly endure the laughing and mayhem from our yard and don't seem to mind the artwork masterpieces in chalk...although I can't say the same about the cat.  Happy Summer!