It's hard to believe that it is nearly the end of July.  For us that means a couple of birthdays are on the horizon, and it is time to think seriously about a start date for school.  We've been busy throughout the summer with the general upkeep of life, as well as a few extras.  Tomorrow there is a family reunion.  It will be with my husbands' family and lots of people I have never met, even in 23 years of marriage.  We look forward to meeting geographically distant relatives and expanding our view of the family.  We are especially glad that our son and his beautiful bride will be joining us for the weekend so that they can attend the festivities.  We are anxious to embrace them once again and catch up over a cup of coffee and a few cookies- or maybe a glass of tea.  Our younger girls are learning to play soccer this week.  Our church has combined VBS with soccer- a wonderful concept that has drawn 80 children to hear the Gospel and experience the love of those who invited them, teach them and coach them through the week.  I must confess that all I have provided is a couple of campers and a little help at the refreshment table.  I have never been a big sports fan, but a few soccer skill won't hurt my girls at all.  I'm not saying goodbye to summer, after all, there is time for a few more picnics and a little more fire fly catching, but I fear the end is in sight.