Despite the economy and Jim not feeling 100%, we are trying to enjoy our summer. We took a three day trip to the Dells and reconnected. We are heading out to see Joel Osteen tomorrow night and the Chicago Cubs on the 27th. Since I am the family connection hub, I am getting the extended fam together finally whether they like it or not. haha

The boys are enjoying their summer with their gf's. We also have a Wii and have been spending time as a family playing that at night. Despite the heat, we are finding things to do that doesn't cost too much money.

Thanks for this thread, it's nice to think positive.