Share 4 Somethings in September

Since the last Saturday of the month is tomorrow it's just about time for Share 4 Somethings with Jenn. As always we're sharing some things we loved, some things we learned, some things that went well, and some things we let go of. 


Some things I've loved: We obviously LOVED our trip to Glacier National Park since I can't seem to stop talking about it or showing everyone our photos.... sorry, not sorry.  







 

 

I loved seeing this guy leave childhood behind! There is something very bittersweet about seeing your youngest become an official adult. 

 

I have loved our weather-- it has been a bit warmer than we usually see in September but it's been so clear and perfect for hiking. 

 


 

Some things I've learned: Oh so much! Alec and even Ian sort of fell into their first jobs so filling out online applications with Evan was eye-opening and oh so frustrating but we learned a lot. Alec also handled both his college applications without any input from me (JWU & CIA had their own application forms) so I've been Googling thing all month long about the common app and how it works. And we've been pretty frustrated with so many parts of it as well. I guess mostly we've learned to just suck it up and do what we need to get done. 

Some things that went well: Evan and I started school and it's going really well. He is loving his Animal Behavior book.  We filled out job applications online on a Monday and by that Friday he had a job interview and a job offer the next Monday! So that went well too.  


Some things I let go of: We have some family members going through a tough time and I've been feeling such a sense of responsibility for helping them come up with a solution or plan and while I am still very worried about them I have finally come to realize that their life plan is their own and I have let go of this weight on my shoulders. Though I am still praying they land on their feet!  

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  1. Maria RineerSeptember 26, 2025 at 5:54 AM

    For sure your realization was a good one! You can still be there to support and love them but they have to come up with a plan since it's their lives. I'm glad that your weather has been good. Ours has been up and down but we're finally getting rain. How cool that the job front is going well for your guys. Good luck with the common app. Maybe ONE good thing about public school is that they must talk about it some there? I don't know but I didn't have to do anything, that's all I know. Have a great weekend!

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  2. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2025 at 6:24 AM

    Galcier National Park looks incredible! Don't worry, I'll be forever talking to anyone who'll listen about the amazing parks we visited on our trip. All the best to your family who are going through a hard time. It's hard to step back, but sometimes it's the only solution. You're spot on when you say that they are responsible for their life plan.
    Ruth@playworkeatrepeat

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  3. HollySeptember 26, 2025 at 6:37 AM

    Congrats to the boys on their jobs! Ahhh the common app....reading this makes me even more grateful that we hired a consultant...I would probably pass out from the stress of it all ;)

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  4. Amy ScottSeptember 26, 2025 at 6:56 AM

    You had a good month! I think you are right to take the responsibility of the family members off of your shoulders. You can still be concerned but it's a lot to take on. I tend to do this, too.

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