This week we've been madly preparing for another round of house guests. Someone said to me that our house is like "Hotel Mintsiveris" in the summer. They are right! For the next couple weeks Dana's sister and family will be with us. The kids play hard all day long. It will be crazy and fun.
The chance to spend intense time with family and friends is a privilege. We love giving people a place where they can feel comfortable and welcome. Part of having company involves preparing for meals, making sure you have enough toilet paper, cleaning, making beds, etc. There are financial implications too. We spend a lot more money on food and supplies and utilities than we normally do. I try to shop wisely (at places like Aldi) and not over buy, but I still spend more. I'm trying my best not to become anxious. Organization and planning help a lot but we still need to be careful.
In mid-August we welcome a long-term guest -- an exchange student from Greece! Nikki will be with us for 10+ months for the '08-'09 school year. It will be an exciting adventure. I need to start planning now.
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