Whats new under the sun?

Noticed it has been a few days. So thought I would just check in and let everyone know I'm still alive (so are the kids despite what you might have heard). Another beautiful sunny and warm day here, 68 currently. Not much new or exciting happening here however. We are in the midst of a cold/flu thing. Most of us are on the mend, but ds Z got walloped good last night. I know he is really sick, he isn't even asking to watch t.v.!!!! LOL DH and I are trying to decided if it will be worthwhile to plant a garden this year. The soil is rocky and full of clay, and lets not forget the summer heat. The temps get up into the 100's. Plants literal get burned at the stake! LOL Blessings, Beth