This morning the girls had auditions for a movie. People have asked us why, since they can be shy? We said, for the experience, and so they can build confidence. Most people’s response, “but what if they don’t get the part – how would that help their confidence?” Maybe we look at things differently, but the confidence builder is getting up there and being comfortable to be you! They did great… and as far as we know, at this point, they didn’t get the part, but they enjoyed the experience!
The extended family. Kbug picked flowers for all the ladies, and the other kids found Easter eggs.
When Grandpa moves out of state for work, you visit… why? Because family is important!
It was a beautiful day at the zoo!
Today’s medicine: sunshine, cool breeze, oneness with nature, and family time!
Our dinner guest for the evening! Do you think she knows we are eating chicken?
Just because she is DYSLEXIC, doesn’t mean she hates to read! Iz picked out this book with her Barnes and Noble card (which she won in a book writing contest). She says she picked it out because she loves dogs and because we have been watching movies about the foster care system. This book is rated for ages 10+. Will some of the words be difficult? Probably. Will she read at a slower speed than a non- dyslexic? More than likely. Will she comprehend what she reads? Without a doubt. Proud of my girl! She has such an enthusiasm for learning and sets her own challenges. She may have difficulty spelling, and she may have to take a few extra moments on reading each page, but she will preserver! Do not underestimate the dyslexic…or one with a disability…if you do, you are only fooling yourself!
This is a great article about the stresses of being a firefighter. The general public usually think that firefighters put out a fire or two a year, and the rest of the time they are sleeping at the station or enjoying a ton of time off… Boy are they wrong. Sure, the fire department shift work, has its perks, but it isn’t all gravy…
So proud of these two girls. They both received Superior Achievement awards for the 3rd 9 weeks, highest award possible. It was the 3rd time for both of them to be on honor roll. Iz also tied a 3rd grader for FIRST place in a school-wide book writing contest *attached is a sneak peak of the book*. So proud of my girls! Thankful for their teachers, and blessed to be their mama!
Beyond the Elm 