World Travelers

It was so great to catch up with Correne and family, as they are back visiting from their adventure in India.

Friends for 18 years -- how can that be possible?

Reese and Henry got along great!

Emmy and Will "parallel played" and liked each other too.  At one point Will needed a diaper change, and Emmy looked shocked.  She turned to me and whispered, "Does he poop his pants sometimes?"  The way she said it was hilarious, whispering because she didn't want to embarrass him.  I explained that he is younger than her and that is normal, but she still could not believe it.

Swim Camp

The girls wrapped up their 2-week swim camps today.  Neither passed their level, but both had fun.

It was no surprise Emmy did not pass since she REFUSES to put her eyes in the water.  The teachers have commented that she is one of the cutest, most strong-willed kids they have ever had.  Emmy's version of diving for rings... neck stretched because there is absolutely no way she'll put her eyes in the water!  At least her teacher, Joy, found it amusing.

But, Emmy made progress at camp because she actually enjoyed the water and has mastered the back float.

I was surprised Reese did not pass because she did a great job.  I guess they said she needs to improve her back float a bit before moving to the next level.  She was VERY upset when she found out she did not pass -- she loves to succeed at things.  We had a long talk about the purpose of swimming lessons -- simply to learn how to swim so she's safe and can have fun in the water, not to be an Olympic swimmer with perfect strokes.

Head Injuries

Whenever Emmy has a headache, she describes it as "My head feels like injuries."  Poor girl.

Speaking of head injuries, last night the girls were having a dance party upstairs.  Emmy came walking down the stairs and told me in a very sad voice, "Well, things are not going well.  We bonked heads."  I gave her a kiss on the forehead and she said sadly, "Thank you, Mom" then turned around and slowly walked back upstairs.

Gymnastics

The girls are both in gymnastics this summer, and loving it.  Reese enjoys it so much, she's going two days per week.

Eden Valley Days

Fun times at the lake and Eden Valley Days.

Staff Luncheon

I was elected president of the PTL (Parent Teacher League), and I'm super excited about the opportunity to create events that celebrate our school.

My first event was the staff appreciation luncheon.  Thanks to the staff for all you do, and thanks to my fellow PTL members for your help hosting this event.