Life in general

Life in general always changes once school starts. So far, we are off to a good start this year. We've managed to cook supper every night, keep clothes washed all week (and put up), make it to bed early, and still have family time. Oh, yea and we even had football practice twice last week.

Kale started football last week. He had 2 practices and was suppose to play a game on Saturday, but Hanna had other plans. He has a game this Saturday, but we will be in NC for a reunion. He'll still have practice this week and then his games are all on Saturdays He really liked it the other times so we will see how it goes. I am not sure I am ready for the gear and all that involves. I can deal with flag football, but not sure about the rest.

Chloe is doing much better at school. She cries very little when I drop her off and one day did not cry at all. It was nice. She really likes her teacher and lately there has also been an Asian lady in her class as well. She walks right up to her and starts talking. It is too cute.

Cody is enjoying 5th grade. His teacher, Mr. Andrews, seems to be nice and Cody likes him. He has had no homework since school started. A little weird, but nice. He will joining a team for reading this year that looks neat. He loves to read and be challenged so it should be good for him.

Keegan is off to a roaring start. His teacher, Mrs. Barsanti, is wonderful. I really wanted him to have her. This is only her 3rd year of teaching, but I see teacher of the year down the road--she is GREAT!!! He uses a computer or Alphasmart for most of his written work and both of his teachers are good about letting him use it. It helps him lots to be able to focus on what he is writing instead of that and forming letters.

My year is really just beginning. Before I start working with students, I have to do lots of testing, scheduling, paperwork, and planning. I will begin to pull my students today. It looks to be a fun year, with some returning faces and many new faces.

Jonathan has been busy with school, work, and Lakeside. He is taking an English class which he detests so he puts it off as long as possible each week. This sure makes for some fun Saturdays and Sundays. Lakeside keeps him busy as well. He is constantly trying to figure out what to do next and planning sermons. Please continue to pray that we reach our neighbors and that doors in our community will open.