WHEW! We survived the summer!

So...... what a crazy summer! I am tempted to skip right over it, and name this post Back to school! But, alas I think it needs mentioned. The first week in June I broke my leg. I know. Way to go Amy! It is both the fibula and tibia. I had surgery the same day I broke it, and they put a titanium rod down the middle of the tibia held in place by several screws. I used a walker the first 6 weeks because I couldn't put any weight on it. Then I graduated to 50 lbs weight baring and crutches. Then during week 8 I tripped. Yep I am so super coordinated. So at week 10 I was given 6 more weeks at 50 lbs. Such a bummer! My fibula needs more time to heal before I add more weight on it.

The only way I have survived this summer has been my wonderful family and friends. I can barely think of all the wonderful people that have impacted my recovery without tearing up.My sweet hubby met the ambulance at the hospital. I was so relieved to see him. He has been my rock and my comforter. I love his so much, and I am grateful for all the work he has been doing in the house, the basement, the yard, and at work.

I just have to say how lucky I am to have Kay and Rick as my parents. They stepped in yet again to help raise my children. Dad had all 5 kids for the first few days after my surgery. Yeah, all 5. He is super grandpa. My mom stayed with me awhile, then went to her house to raise my kids. They are so lucky to have her. The sweet kiddos stayed there almost all summer. Mom and Dad brought them back every few days so I could see them, and they could see that I was getting better. They had a great time riding horses, helping at Early park, swimming, and all manner of other fun things.Thanks Mom and Dad!

My new ward brought food for a month! Three times a week for a month! It was wonderful! They only stopped because we told them it was time. They were totally willing to keep feeding us. We have really bonded with our new ward members. Love you guys already!

My sweet friends stopped by, called , and brought me tons of movies and treats. I am so grateful for the wonderful friendships I have made in my life. Long lasting, unconditional friendship. I love you ladies so much! Thanks for loving me back!

It will be about 18 months before I am completely healed, but I have already learned so much about myself and my family. I feel very blessed to be getting better and to be learning so much. Ok there you go!

The kids went back to school today. They were all really excited and got up early and were all ready on time. Shelby is in 6th grade, Kyle and Bryan are in 4th grade, and sweet little David is in 1st grade. All day school for Dave! I went and had lunch with him today in case he needed help, but he did great and it was fun to see him happy and so confident. Anna starts at Ms. Debbie's in September. She has already picked out her outfit for the first day. Such a fun girlie girl! There you go. The longest post in history!