Baseball over..back to school supplies being bought

Wow we just returned from Target and they took down their big Summer pictures hanging from the ceiling and now its just pencils showing you which way to the school supplies. What a fun and exciting summer we are having. All the boys have had successful baseball seasons. John had the 2nd highest batting average on his team so he earned a ticket to the league's All Star game at Classic Park. So he was able to warm up with the All Stars, get introduced and receive a very nice medal and listen to the National Anthem. Then he and Matt were off to Mayfield to compete with his team in a tournament which they earned the #1 seed. Unfortunately they lost the game. Luckily he was able to play in the division All Star game the following night. James and Patrick did a lot of growing with their baseball skills. James continues to hit the ball really well. He still needs to get over his fear of the ball but he sure enjoyed being the catcher when he had the opportunity. Patrick played in a coach pitch for 5-6 year olds but was able to play in a lot of games with James' team. He did well enough that I will move him up next year. I can't wait to see Tommy on the ball field next year! It has been such a hot summer I feel like I haven't taken the kids many places. The one day we did go to the zoo but with the heat they were not all that enthused. I was able to obtain a membership to the Cleveland Science Center on Living Social but we have not been there yet. I am thinking next week we need to get there. I can't believe it is already the middle of July!! On Sunday I started buying school supplies for the boys. I actually think I am almost finished. As much as I can't wait for Tommy to be in school full time buying for 3 kids is a little crazy!! I can't imagine looking at 4 lists!! My parents moved back to Ohio this week. My Dad still has a little over 3 months before his retirement but Mom is here to get everything settled. It is just so weird having them close again. I'm sure in a couple weeks it will feel like they never left! I know the boys are going to love it! James already has his eye on Halloween and what costume he wants and after looking at the toys at Target he has his other eye on Christmas!! Oh boy!