It's Already August?!

Where in the world has the summer gone?! I cannot believe that in just 2 weeks we will be back to school! I am really not ready. Usually by now I have already surrendered myself to the fact that I am going to be a volunteer again, and I am going to have a good attitude about it! This year, well let's just say, I'm not quite there yet. I am planning on helping out at school again.
I always feel wanted when "the boss" sees my husband in town and asks if I'm still going to work. It relieves me to know that my behavior was mostly acceptable and they still want/need me. Because believe me, there were times this year when Mama Bear had to come out and there were times when I had to make choices and take stands that may not have been popular or made me popular. I have learned that you don't always get the respect you want/deserve and that everybody will not like you all of the time!
Anyway, that's my spill...I've got to get my attitude in check! Here are some pictures of how we've been spending our last few days of summer.

My cooler is finally getting somewhat decorated...I had every intention of getting it painted this summer, but decided to go with stickers because I am lazy...and cheap (the stickers were free)!

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Monday Morning Chit-Chat

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