Perhaps once we have children, I might be more apt to update this thing.
So for now, let's just keep the expectations low - and if I post more than every 6 months, it will be a present to everyone! :)
Juandre has successfully completed his first year as a PhD student; however is continuing to be busy throughout the summer. Working on his Thesis, grant work and taking classes, "summer" as he remembers it is not exactly a time for R&R. He is anxiously counting down the days until football season starts - in particular, OU football. We have purchased season tickets this year, taking advantage of the availability while he is a student. (No, I'm NOT a traitor...I support ALL college sports, especially those who have a good, historical tradition. I still have a BEAK!)
My sister Molly completed her MBA from Wichita State this year. It was nice to see her hard work come to an end! :)
On May 27, Juandre became a U.S. Citizen. Almost 12 years in the U.S., he's earned it. :) It's a nice relief to know any traveling to and from the States will no longer have the worries of not being allowed back in the country.
This past weekend, we celebrated the 4th weekend with our close friends, the Blignauts. It was a great time to gather, especially with their oldest son who has just returned from Afghanistan. We are thankful to have him home, as an attack took the lives of many of his troop. We enjoyed barbeque and games and mostly, the pool. Bella even joined in on the fun!
So, for now, we'll continue to make the best of our EXCEPTIONALLY HOT early Summer and wind down towards the Fall. With school starting and football season kicking off, we know that some BIG events are coming our way. Juandre, myself and my family are taking a Thanksgiving trip to Maui, Hawaii. Then, our South African visitors will be coming for a month, ensuing a 2 week road trip of many of the Southern States of the U.S.
Stay cool everyone!
