Hi there

I'm checking in for the first time on this blog. This is a brief update of what the Stevens-of Virginia-have been up to lately.

Cody started middle school this year. I had a hard time with that. Luckily, he seems to be doing well. He loves the middle school. We'll be able to find a middle ground until those girls start getting more insistant with their calling. I want to shout at the top of my lungs, "Girls have cooties; stay away," but I imagine Cody would be a little ticked about that.

Hunter is in the 4th grade and is holding his own. He's such a funny guy. He's got a quick wit, and he sees the world through such an interesting point of view. Plus, he has the most amazing eyes that definitely melt a heart.

Parker is in the 3rd grade. He's shooting up like crazy-tall and lanky. He's wicked smart too-that's not just my opinion. ; ] Parker is a seriously fast and accurate swimmer.

All three boys are swimming on a year round commpetative team this year. They do pretty well with it. I feel like I've sold my soul though. Beyond the fees, there's Bingo duty, chocolate bar sales, serious practice schedules-the list goes on and on.

Matt and I are up to the same old stuff-raising the family and working. We try to work in a little fun now and then. I'm also the PTO president which means Matt is busy with that type of stuff too. Someone has to drive the pick up truck to pick up 60+ pumpkins for a PTO event. Matt hopes we don't do this again.

Well, that's about it with us. How about you? What are you up to lately?