Keeping perspective amidst sadness

This week Chris's great uncle passed away, my aunt began receiving Hospice services, and Lauren has had a high fever for 4 days.  I realize that all of these are on a different level but it's been a long, worrisome week for us here.  As the temperature outside continues to rise above the century mark and we stay indoors more to play all while Chris is working, I am committed to making this a great last month of summer for the kids.  Afterall, my baby girl begins kindergarten one month from today.  Even amidst hard emotional times...