AHHHHHH! I cannot believe I haven't written in over a week! With school ending last week, Zoe's birthday and party and me feeling like a truck hit me, I just didn't have the time.
So here is a re-cap of what's going on. Iris is now officially a 3rd grader! And Zoe is officially a Kindergartner! Iris was accepted into the REACH program at her school, which is basically for gifted children. (Don't ask me how that happened, I may have street smarts, but books...no way.) She is really excited, I just hope she keeps up that excitement once she is finally challenged in school! She will be working on 4th grade work, so it's definitely going to be a whole different ball game. But I am so proud of her, I am one happy momma!
Zoe turned five on May 18th...I can't believe she is going into school next year. I swear it feels like yesterday when we brought her home from the hospital. She is no longer my helpless little baby! It makes me a little sad, but excited for her future at the same time. She is smart as a whip, and such a comedian. I think my biggest fear is that she will end up being the class clown!! :) She had a blast at her birthday party. Even though it was hotter than Hades out, the kids didn't seem to mind a bit. Momma here though....whew...I hate the heat and humidity! Now, can I just say that this child got enough toys to keep 5 of her busy??? My goodness...she needs her own house just to store all of her toys.
The biggest hit at the party though, was the pinata. The kids each took turns swinging a stick at this thing and let me tell you, these kids have some serious pent up rage...LOL. The looks on their faces was priceless! Once the pinata busted open, it was a complete free for all. Luckily, I put five and a half pounds of candy in that bad boy. So there was plenty to go around.
Tomorrow I am going to the girls' school for a Kindergarten Readiness seminar. It claims to give you the tools and tips to make sure your little one is ready for school. I am really excited and hope that I can come away with some useful information. I really need to work with Zoe this summer to make sure she is on the up and up. (fingers crossed triple time!) I will report back my findings, and share some of the tips I get for your own use!
Iris' last day of school was also on Zoe's birthday. The day before her class had their awards ceremony. Iris got a "Positive Patriot" award for the second year in a row! A Positive Patriot is someone who exhibits, throughout the entire year, a positive attitude, helpfulness, etc... Basically someone who sets a good example for other students. I am so proud of her!! If only she could bring that positivity home with her...(sigh)
So, now that summer has officially started, so has the fighting, bickering, tattling, and general grumpiness. LOL. It's gonna be a long one....
Speaking of bickering...I must go break up the latest round. But I promise to get down to business now that the beginning of summer has started. I have been working hard on some new jewelry and will be posting pics soon. I will also be having a giveaway in conjunction with my latest jewelry venture.
Have a WONDERFUL Wednesday everyone, it's hump day!!
Hello Sascha. I just fell into your blog from Totally Tutorials. I just caught up on everything. My eyes are still a little misty after reading about your 'grand' aunt. She sounds like she was a wonderful person.
ReplyDeleteI have been enjoying your blog. :)
Like another commenter mentioned, peek at your stars. You'll probably find that you are getting views, even if people aren't talking.
My children are much older than yours, one has been out of school since mid April (university gets out REALLY early!) But elementary school is still in until the end of June. My girls get along great, but they can't do it quietly, so my house will be very noisy in a few short weeks. I wouldn't have it any other way though.
What I mostly wanted to point out to you is that no matter how old they are (or, at least up to 18 so far for me) It ALWAYS feels like they we're just born the other day! It's okay to feel a teeny bit sad about it, the feelings of excitement and pride will far outweigh that.
I'll stop rambling now. I look forward to future posts.
:)
Thank you Ange, it's so nice to hear you enjoyed the post about my Aunt. She was a wonderful person who is dearly missed every single day. And I agree with you that while the house is noisy as can be, I wouldn't have it any other way. My house is child free tonite and I don't know what to do with myself!! :) Glad you are enjoying my blog (a.k.a my baby), please keep reading, I am back from a small hiatus now and will get back to my daily posts starting on Monday!
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