Little adventures

This summer has given us a little taste of what's to come.

We've been to Richmond to Audra and Joey's house. Moved furniture, boxes, a flippin' elliptical machine; painted walls and furniture; assisted in electrical repair work; weeded and "whacked" in the yard; and started getting ready for Hayes' arrival. We did save a little time to explore and to see Transformers II. Joey MADE me watch the first Transformers. Thought I'd fall asleep but ended up liking it and laughing throughout. T-II was not so much funny as intense. Wayne insists that we'll own T-II so he can pick up on all the one-liners.

We've made a couple of short trips to Georgia to watch Jackson play ball. He's had a "ball" living with his host family and making new friends. Jackson and Anthony Woods both lived with the Nicholls. A little daunting for them, I'm sure--at least at first, if you're not used to teenaged boys. But I think they'll be missed. Plus, as a result of a couple of new friends, he'll be playing for UIW in San Antonio next year. Go, Cardinals!

We're headed to Austin this weekend for a much needed visit with Beth & Billy (and, of course, Gussie). Already planning where to eat. Thinking of visiting Austin just makes my mouth water! I'm anxious to try Max's Wine Dive, and I understand that we're eating at Kreuz Market in Lockhart on Saturday. I'm so excited! And no trip would be complete without going to Whole Foods' "mother ship."