2024 :: week 39

September 22

Kasey always comes up with the most clever ways to incorporate the seasons into singing time. She is a gifted teacher and very organized, which helps most Sundays go very smoothly.

September 23

Will's permit came in the mail! He doesn't love his picture, but few do. I am frustrated with myself that it took us so long to get his permit, but this fall we plan to do a lot of practicing. 

September 24

We met Memaw and Pepaw at Target after school to do Elliott's birthday shopping. He chose a Burger Truck Lego set, Big Nate books, and a lot of candy. Elliott was a little disappointed in card selection at Target, so a few days later Anthony took Elliott and Miles to the Baseball Card Shop where they had more success. It is always fun to have a individual trip with Memaw and Pepaw. 

September 25

Wednesday morning I got to be a parent helper in Mrs. Phipps' class. Once a month I get to go in and work on whatever Mrs. Phipps needs help with at the time. Miles was happy to see me, so we took a quick picture. I didn't realize I looked so tired. 

September 26

In third grade the kids have to master their times tables (1-12). Each day at the start of math the kids take a quiz where they can show they have mastered the times table for that number. To pass a number you have to answer 24 multiplication questions involving the specific number being tested correctly in under one minute. Elliott was proud to be the first third grader to master the 12 times tables. Now on to division!

September 27

Friday night was super busy! There was a home football game with a marching band family potluck before the game. Lauren was invited to a birthday party for her friend Clare. Joi was hosting a GNO craft night. Everything overlapped and I had to leave the GNO twice to pick up kids (Tony did some of the driving too, as well as watching the younger boys). Despite some last minute change of plans that added extra stress, we were all able to have a good night. 

September 28

Saturday morning we went to Mikey's baptism. Lauren had another soccer game that night. This team (Storm) has been a rough adjustment. Her coaches are not as experienced, so to make up what they lack in soccer know-how, they have the girls do a lot of running pre-game, which makes them...tired before the game even starts.