summer – Syra's Scribbles

Summer Recap

The week before the Fourth of July, Mike and I vacationed in Fort Worth. Esther, John Ben, and Misha had fun back in Texas with John Ben’s wonderful folks, and Jonah, Xenia, and Justin caught the bus at St. Peter’s Church up to Camp Raphael in Oklahoma. Mike worked from our hotel while I wentContinue reading “Summer Recap”

Grandma Life

Best day ever. Mike’s mom Coryn told me I looked like I was glowing. I felt like I was glowing with the love, joy, and sheer happiness that holding my grandson brings me. I’m so glad Esther, John Ben, and Misha were able to visit us this summer. Esther and John Ben planned to bringContinue reading “Grandma Life”

Summer Concert

There were three times last summer I felt awkward in a social setting. The first and worst was getting kicked out of the senior center which I already told you about. Then there was the awkward “amen” at the summer concert. It’s a good thing that people are generally forgiving. One of the highlights ofContinue reading “Summer Concert”

Basil’s Summer

Basil insisted on driving the first hour out of Fort Worth on our South Padre Island vacation. He has a strong sense of ownership over my minivan. He said he was there to make sure we kept it clean, no snacking. I sat in the passenger seat because being an adult gives me front seatContinue reading “Basil’s Summer”