Summer Lovin'

Hallelujah, summer is here! The best time of the year. One thing I've realized, however, is it is an expensive season if enjoyed properly.

We joined a pool club for the summer, and spent our first day there this past Sunday. It was wonderful! There are three baby pools, and Kaya had such a great time splashing around. Someone had left a bunch of toys in one of the pools, which Kaya played with. It inspired me to go to Toys R Us yesterday to get a few great pool toys of our own: squirty fish, baby sea animals, and the best of all, an Ariel (The Little Mermaid) doll that swims. Kaya is all about The Little Mermaid, watching it at least once a day.

Our pool club is really nice. I had a glass of wine at the cabana bar, and there was a band playing all afternoon. We dove off the diving boards a few times, but I spent most of my time at the baby pools while Bruce and Phil swam together. There is a large picnic area with grills, and we rested and read under a big tree while Kaya tried to nap. We plan to take full advantage of the club this summer, going as often as possible. I think I'll even stop by after work some evenings to have a quick dip all by myself -- ah, the luxury! In fact, we're going this evening and packing a picnic dinner.

Kaya and I will be tagging along with Bruce on a business trip to Chicago. We were there this past Fall, and were impressed with its size and beauty, not to mention the awesome shopping! I am so excited to experience it in the warm weather, and to explore as many outdoor attractions as possible, like Navy Pier and Millennium Park.

Work is going well, a little busier lately. No complaints for a change!

We're gearing up to meet our grandson soon, as Max, Jessica and Chaose will be coming for a visit in early June.