Hope Continually -- Psalm 71:14

Hurricane Idalia 2023 has passed Florida.   Here in Jacksonville, it was just a tropical storm.  We had some wind and about an inch of rain at our house.  It was really mild compared to what we expected.  I am grateful we were safe and had no damage.   We have work and school today.  Tomorrow, the girls and I will be driving from Florida to Ohio to visit my parents for a couple days.  :)  Lots to do today so I better get started.

How is it the end of August already?  It seemed to go very quickly for me!   Our 16th year of homeschooling has begun! Our oldest in her junior year of college. Our second graduated and working full time. Our third full month living in Florida. And our first tropical storm/hurricane experience! Goodbye August!

 Monday, August 14 - Well, it is finally here!  Our first day of school of 2023-24.  That is our main focus for today.  I'll be honest - I am always glad to have the first day come and get back into schedule.  It feels good. It was also Autumn's first day of work at a new job.  She is doing cleaning and after-preschool care at Turning Point Christian Academy.  She will be working full time from 9am-6pm Monday-Friday. Summer wanted to make her dish Feta Noodles Pasta Dish.  I will share that recipe tomorrow. Our office/school room in our new home. Summer's area Sierra's area Summer 8th grade 12 years old Autumn heading for her first day at her new job. First picture of Sierra which she didn't like so we redid it. Oh Jackson. What happens the day after you go to the ocean.  Sand everywhere!! Second pic! Sierra 11th grade  15 years old Down to two girls!  Ahh! Jackson helping me on the first day. Tuesday, August 15 - School-Day 2! Usi...

Well, here we are with our first experience with a tropical storm/hurricane. We will probably miss the central path of the hurricane but will definitely get some wind and rain.  Things are beginning to close down in preparation for the hurricane arriving tomorrow.  Will keep you updated today and tomorrow.