The Brand New School Year

School Preparation and Vital Supplies The beginning of the school year is always a big deal for youngsters. Children often dread going back to school after months of relaxation, recreation and staying up relatively late. They sometimes discover, though, that preparing for the new school year is a pretty fun experience. If you want your […]

Wordless Wednesday – Drama Club Quote #ww

The sweatshirt we ordered from drama club finally came in. Pie came home wearing it Monday and I had to laugh when I noticed the drama club quote on the back of the hoodie — it says “We are not strange, We are dramatically different.” Love it! The kids have been working so hard on […]

Wordless Wednesday – Talent Show Winners #ww

My daughter and her two friends competed in the annual school talent show last weekend. It was awesome! I have to say, these girls had only 3 practice sessions before performing and they were so much fun to watch! They took FIRST PLACE in the middle school age group!  I wish I could share the […]

{almost} Wordless Wednesday – School Days again 2012

The kids went back to school Tuesday. I am still in denial that T is in his senior year and Pie is starting middle school! Where in the world did the years go? It was an early, foggy morning and my photos are blurry and badly lit because I didn’t take the time to fiddle. […]

Musical Talent – {almost} Wordless Wednesday

Last week, we attended our daughter’s very first group band performance! The Winter Concert featured her fifth grade chorus and band members. They played several short sets — and sounded really good for only having a few practice sessions under their belts! They finished up the hour long event with some wonderful holiday songs. “There’s […]

Wordless Wednesday – The Flutist

Pie has decided to play the flute in fifth grade band this year! I’m so excited for her, I know she’ll do well! We’re looking forward to listening to her practice… and practice… and practice. Well, maybe ;). “Music gives a soul to the universe” Plato