Happy Fall!

Somehow, I allowed the summer to pass by without taking the time to finish telling our Alaskan story. After a wonderful June, the Chief and I both struggled in July, me saying good-bye to my 94 year old Grandma Boscher on July 9th, and the Chief losing his older sister, Tamara, unexpectedly, in Oklahoma on July 8th. While, I was flying to NY with Seth in attempt to arrive before she passed away, Scott received the news that his sister had passed away alone in a hospital. He and the two older boys got in the car and drove the long drive there, where he met up with his niece, Kandace, and his older sister, Kim. They took care of things there, and then they made the long drive home. Meanwhile, I arrived in NY in time to go to the hospice and see many of my aunts and uncles, cousins, and my sweet Grandmother. She opened her eyes, and acknowledged that I was there, letting me know that she loves me. And I was able to let her know that I love her too. It was a bittersweet trip home. I was reminded again how much family means to me, and so grateful that I was able to be with my parents and a number of my siblings. Once home, August arrived, and our family enjoyed being together again, enjoying the last days of summer. We started football again with Noah, with the Chief signing on as one of the assistant coaches. Our lives revolved around football practice. It was a happy time. Now, my favorite season has arrived. Autumn...crisp air, cooling temperatures, changing leaves, pumpkins, apples, Halloween, and Thanksgiving! They are upon us, and I am so happy!