Every single year at this time, I share my personal disdain for Pro Football Hall of Fame week. I know that makes me a bad American but I live right in the middle of everything, especially when it comes to the parade. I'm all for celebrating but I just wish people showed a little regard for those of us trying to live our lives.  When we lived in North Canton, it was not something we ever thought about because it wasn't in our face. I think we've been in this house for about 13 or 14 years now and every year it's the same thing. There are people everywhere from everywhere and not everyone is pleasant or courteous to the fact that we have to live here while all this…

Last night was a rough one because we were out of melatonin and that's a recipe for no sleep.   Thankfully, Elliott was able to fall asleep but Emmett was not so lucky. That means I wasn't so lucky either.   We ended up camping out in the living room and listening to music until about 2:30am. He finally fell asleep and so did I but it doesn't feel like I got any sleep.   Despite that, I'm feeling pretty good and all the kids are actually getting along today.  I can't really complain about that can I. ☺ 

As the end of summer quickly approaches, I find myself apprehensive about the transition back to school.  I think Elliott will be okay but I'm really afraid of how this is going to go for Emmett.   All summer, Emmett has not worn anything on his feet but flip flops.   He will not wear socks period.  Even the ones I've had success with in the recent past, no longer feel right on his tiny little, sensitive feet.   I have no idea who this is going to work because Emmett hasn't even worn shoes since the last day of school.  He's not tolerating those either. I can't afford to buy him another new pair of shoes, only to have them feel funny after a couple of days.   This…