August 7, 2026

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• Laynie left this morning earlier than I thought so I didn't have the scones ready for her, but I had them ready by the time everyone else woke up. I did however cook them a wee bit too long even though I cooked them less than the recipe said. They were still enjoyed though, but I was disappointed.
• My next failed experiment was sourdough English muffins. The dough rose last night so they should have worked, but after trying to cook them for 3 times how long it said, they still never cooked like they should have. I tried at least, and really English muffins probably aren't that expensive.
• My kitchen mess ups were overshadowed by Reagan coming home. She made it home around 10:45 after riding a bus all night from down past San Antonio. I think that she truly enjoyed her summer, and she said that she would even consider doing the final session and Texas session next summer. Also, most of her buddies during camp were internationals so she said it was strange telling them bye knowing that she will probably not see them again. 
• The rest of my day was spent washing Reagan's clothes. Everything that she took to camp needed to be washed or rewashed so it was a few loads of clothes to do. I have never seen so many pairs of shorts or sports bras. 
• Keaton and I ran a few errands this morning-she had a gift card to a boutique that we spent, then I ran into Dollar Tree, and finally we got free dirty sodas at Crumble. We even brought Reagan home one, but she didn't wake up until supper time so she hasn't had hers yet. 
• Whitman and I played a game this afternoon, and then I planned on walking, but just about the time I was going to leave it started to thunder. Eventually the thunder turned into a summer storm so Marley and I just had a nap.
• Graham went to Hot Springs today with Brooklyn so he was gone all day, and this evening Campbell went to an awards show at her friend's house. Campbell was given an award which was the glue that holds the group together. I think that was a super sweet award to get.
• Keaton had friends over tonight for their end of the summer party. I made supper so that took most fo the afternoon and evening. Keaton made the cutest cupcakes and even had a craft for her friends to make.