Well, another Kruse -a -palooza is done. Once again it went very well. We did so many fun things! First on the list was the family 5k. We raised some money to be given to a family suffering with cancer that may not have the resources to pay for all of the expenses. We also did tie died t - shirts with the kids, went to a movie, went on a hay ride, touted another brewery, and lots of other stuff. I always feel tired, but very content when it is over. I don't get to see most of these family members during the rest of the year so it is very nice. As I get older I often wonder if this event will continue when I am old and can no longer organize it. I hope that our children and their cousins will understand how important family is and that this event is important to keep that sense of family is all about. I guess I get a little emotional when I think about it. Okay, now that kruse -a -palooza is done I have other things to get back to. Last night we (community band) played in the parade in Adrian. When we got back to town we had the Fireman's dance. I was really tired, but we went anyway. Since my husband is on the fire department, we really needed to be there. Then today was the Fire Department family picnic. That was fun as well, but once again I am so tired. . . . . Now tomorrow it is back to work. Ugh! Back to the dreary routine!