Tropical Storm Fay

Tropical Storm "Fay" came through our area last weekend. We lost power for 29 hours, but thanks to our kind neighbors, the Fairfields, we were able to hook up a generator to save our food in the fridge and run some fans so we wouldn't go completely crazy with the heat!! Our wonderful friend, Bill Parizek, took Hunter during the storm, and entertained him for us too! Thanks Bill!!! Hunter had a BLAST with you, Alan and Kaylyn! WOW.....we are blessed with some awesome friends!!! Here are some pictures I took after the storm went through.

1st day back to school

It's hard to believe the summer is over. It really did fly by! Hunter and Grace started back to school this morning (Hunter is in the 3rd grade, and Grace is in the 1st grade this year). They also get to ride the bus home in the afternoon now (they like that). Here are some pictures of the day...

Our trip to Orlando this weekend

My sister-in-law, Melannie, and her husband, Carlos, had their first baby (GIRL) on Wednesday. We drove down on Friday and got to see her some over the weekend. The kids loved seeing/holding her! Meet Alayna Anne Rodriguez.....

We stayed with Matt and Sandy (and kids) while in Orlando before going to the Nickelodeon hotel. Enjoy the "Dunkin Donut Fun" pictures.....

The Nickelodeon Hotel!

For 3 years now, Hunter has asked if we could go on vacation to the nickelodeon hotel in Orlando. We decided to go this past week for a few nights. The kids had a blast...the parents....well, let's just say we are pooped!!! Marty describes it as "Las Vegas for kids". :) Here are some pictures of our time there!

Hunter and Grace have a garage sale!

The other day Hunter came up to me and asked if he could have a garage sale. I said he could, but would have to plan for it (make signs, lay out the stuff he wanted to sell, etc). He got together a few things, and had the garage sale (along with his sister) on Saturday from 8:30-10:30. He only had 3 customers total (kids from the neighborhood), but he seemed quite content with the money he made. It was cute. :) Good job, kids!!!!

The Germany Fitzpatricks

Marty's oldest brother, Mike and his family (Sue, Aaron, Andrew and Brooke) came to visit us for about a week. The kids loved playing with their cousins! There were many fun outings...St. George Island, Fun Station, Marble Slab Creamery, the movies, etc... We always appreciate Mike and Sue's wisdom and advice for us every time we are with them. They always encourage us to stay strong in the Lord, and to seek Him first in all things. Thanks, guys!