Summer Wrap Up

So, I haven't had a chance to post in a really long time.

Summer was nice, we remodeled our kitchen, went to a few Dodger games, went to the coast, went on a Mexican Cruise, and Sullivan finally became a big girl (potty trained... fully... kind of). School is back in session, so I am having my normal bouts of blues due to lack of time with Sulli and Football consuming Ryan's schedule. However, this year has been a bit less stressful as Ryan has taken the ASSISTANT coaching position in Dinuba. So.... he doesn't have the weight of the world on his shoulders anymore, which results in a happier home for the Phelans!

Sullivan began attending Sonshine (Shun-Shine) Learning Center after Labor Day. She has done very well... no tears yet. She goes M-W-F for 3 hours each time. It's soooo good for her. She has only been playing with boys so far, so hopefully that's not a bad thing. And thanks to my Aunt Dodi and Sullivan's recent 3RD BIRTHDAY, she is stocked up on cute little school clothes. It's fun to dress her and send her off... although I only get to do it on Friday's when I am off work.

Ryan and I recently attended my 10 Year Class Reunion. It was fun, but kind of a let down after all the anticipation and work on the committee. I enjoyed seeing classmates that have moved away and grown up. It was kinda weird, and I think Ryan is glad to have it behind us. :)

Besides that, our lives have just been busy with work, church, family time and football. Go Emperors... or at least "Go Daddy's Team" as Sulli would say (pink pom-poms in hand). Things haven't been all rosy however... a recent trial for our family has been my Grandpa (Dad's dad) Jim's cancer. He was diagnosed and they started chemo & radiation right away, with a not-so-encouraging prognosis. We are praying for recovery, but more importantly we are praying for his salvation. As a non-believer, he is unsure of where he will spend eternity. He has also been pretty resistant to discussing the Gospel in the past. My prayer is that the Lord would provide an opportunity for a friend or family member to share the precious gift of God's grace with him, and that the spirit would guide his heart! :) I am hopeful that the Lord is working here!