Not a bad start for the 2009-2010 school year. It has been a few weeks of adjustments, changes, and beginnings. A lot of things have been good, a few things need worked out, but in general there have been a lot of the same old, same old with a few twists.
Zane is enjoying the first grade. He has a wonderful teacher and seems to have a decent class. He got his school pictures taken, we have signed him up for swimming lessons again this school year, and we might let him do basketball again this winter. So far the homework is good and he has shown improvement in his reading skills. I don't know about speech yet.
Thank goodness the start has been successful!
Monday, September 14, 2009
Monday, August 17, 2009
Seven years and counting!
Zane turned seven today! He was very clingy, but we had a good day. Zane helped me make the fudge ribbon cake which we baked this morning. He helped ice it before we left for his physical. He is always going to be my big boy-52 inches and 85 pounds. The doctor always tells me you have a very healthy boy:) Grandpa Nicholson, Grandma/pa Skinner, and Connie and Brian, plus kids came for dinner and dessert at 5:30PM. Nice low key, Dad was early, we ate on time, and everyone was gone by 7:30PM! My kind of party! Things were somewhat cleaned up, Zane took a bath (so he could use his new sonic scrubber), and Darin was able to get caught up on his emails before we went to bed! A very successful birthday, including a good report for Six. She is healing nicely from her bite wounds. I think Zane enjoyed himself and everyone loved his birthday sidewalk paint on the apron outside the garage door. He starts first grade next Wednesday with Mrs. Burkett and I will have a new schedule at both schools, with a new principal at West. We are so blessed and I am so proud of Zane. It will always amaze me that Darin and I produced such a wonderful, kind, thoughtful, and loving boy. I pray the Lord will be gracious to Zane and us as we continue to teach him and love him everyday!
Monday, July 13, 2009
Happy Birthday Month
I am now officially 44 and can't imagine how this happened. I really need to quit looking at the numbers and focus on each day and enjoying that moment fully as it happens. I have so many blessings in my life that it boggles my mind sometimes. It also helps push away the unhappy and misguided thoughts that bring me down. Darin is a wonderful human being, man, husband, father, teacher,and friend. Zane is growing into a nice little boy who can show compassion and love. It is a challenge to raise a well rounded individual, but we are trying. Darin's patience is amazing and I am so fortunate to be parenting with him even though we bring different aspects to the table.
Christina gave me a great time with her time last night. Stayed out way past my bedtime, but got caught up on a lot of her life this year. It had been too long since we just talked. She has grown so much as a musician-I was thrilled to hear her play the drums! WOW! I was thoroughly impressed. Practice is possible as an adult. It was nice to meet Wahru and see them together. The chocolate cake at Max and Erma's was to die for and it was a lovely evening to see The Tempest at Schiller Park in German Village. So great of her to block out that chunk of time for me on my birthday.
Looking forward to Friday at the new Huntington Park to see the Columbus Clippers with the family. Darin and I got tickets from Connie and Brian to see the Columbus Pops concert with the OSU marching band on August 1st, and Zane is staying at grandma's house overnight. August is jury duty month for the United States District Court in Columbus, so we will see if I get seated. Should be interesting if not dull.
Christina gave me a great time with her time last night. Stayed out way past my bedtime, but got caught up on a lot of her life this year. It had been too long since we just talked. She has grown so much as a musician-I was thrilled to hear her play the drums! WOW! I was thoroughly impressed. Practice is possible as an adult. It was nice to meet Wahru and see them together. The chocolate cake at Max and Erma's was to die for and it was a lovely evening to see The Tempest at Schiller Park in German Village. So great of her to block out that chunk of time for me on my birthday.
Looking forward to Friday at the new Huntington Park to see the Columbus Clippers with the family. Darin and I got tickets from Connie and Brian to see the Columbus Pops concert with the OSU marching band on August 1st, and Zane is staying at grandma's house overnight. August is jury duty month for the United States District Court in Columbus, so we will see if I get seated. Should be interesting if not dull.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
What a family!
Thanks to everyone-especially Claire and Helen-everything went well for Grandma's 90th birthday bash weekend/reunion. It was a fun filled time that in every aspect a tribute to the love we have for Grandma Smith. I was so pleased with how everything worked out and all seemed to enjoy themselves, including the great-grandchildren.
It will take awhile to process everything and catch up on much needed sleep, but it was so worth it and I am glad that Claire put the pieces in place and made this event occur. Grandma said she was delighted with everything and I am so happy that she is happy. I can't turn back time, I can't change people's choices, but I can help allow new events to happen and I can learn to roll with the punches:)
It will take awhile to process everything and catch up on much needed sleep, but it was so worth it and I am glad that Claire put the pieces in place and made this event occur. Grandma said she was delighted with everything and I am so happy that she is happy. I can't turn back time, I can't change people's choices, but I can help allow new events to happen and I can learn to roll with the punches:)
Friday, June 12, 2009
Summertime!
It finally is beginning to feel like summer.
We went and got the mulch this afternoon to put down tomorrow. I need to weed first now that my back is finally starting to feel better. Hopefully, it won't take too long as I also need to weed the garden and plant the tomatoes!
Stephen and Sharon are coming on the Sunday after Grandma's 90th birthday party to visit for the afternoon. I still haven't heard from Jeremy when he is arriving, but I am looking forward to having a good visit with both. I need to call Dad and see if he can come with Stephen and Sharon, but most likely, he will be wanting a break from the "fun."
More things to add to my agenda for the summer:
1. Contact Beth
2. Go on field trips
3. Go to IKEA
We went and got the mulch this afternoon to put down tomorrow. I need to weed first now that my back is finally starting to feel better. Hopefully, it won't take too long as I also need to weed the garden and plant the tomatoes!
Stephen and Sharon are coming on the Sunday after Grandma's 90th birthday party to visit for the afternoon. I still haven't heard from Jeremy when he is arriving, but I am looking forward to having a good visit with both. I need to call Dad and see if he can come with Stephen and Sharon, but most likely, he will be wanting a break from the "fun."
More things to add to my agenda for the summer:
1. Contact Beth
2. Go on field trips
3. Go to IKEA
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
School's Out for Summer!
It is officially the first day of summer vacation. Although, I am not on vacation yet. Zane has basketball camp this week, VBS and swimming lessons next week, and swim lessons the following week. Grandma's big bash is that weekend and I am already stressing about it.
It has been a hectic end of the school year without much closure. I am officially checked out of both buildings, but I still haven't checked out mentally. I still need to call Rettig about the time for West to have their band fittings and I am determined to get some lesson planning done this summer.
I must say that at least I am off to a good start. Zane is signed up for the summer reading program at the county library and I have finished two out of three books in a trilogy by Blue Balliett. The first, Chasing Vermeer, had me hooked as it was quick and easy reading. I have actually managed to read almost three books in two weeks. A world record since Zane was born. For juvenille fiction, they are pretty good. Has comparisons to the DaVinci Code, but I haven't read that, just heard about it.
The main goal for the summer is to exercise everyday and also to have Zane do some sort of "school work" so that he doesn't lose anything over the summer. His speech teacher gave us a detailed assignment and the kindergarten teacher also sent home a packet. I am hoping that he not only retains his year of learning, but maybe will improve upon what has been established.
I have started today with a walk around the back forty, but am also hoping to get another walk down to Baker and back when Darin gets home. Tomorrow will be biking and hopefully get an alternating schedule set up for the rest of the summer.
One more JOB for the summer is to PURGE big time! Get rid of Zane's baby stuff, get rid of my STUFF, and clean out the clothes, school items, and maybe Christmas things. Perhaps then I can start doing some scrapbooking and putting things in order. A tall order for sure, but I am hoping to be more disciplined this summer and actually check different things off my list.
Other silly to do items:
1. get eyes and ears checked
2. clean closets/laundry room
3. doing the doctor appointments
4. paint living room
5. get vacation planned to beach
6. get some Christmas shopping done
7. make plates for Christmas
8. enjoy each day:)
It has been a hectic end of the school year without much closure. I am officially checked out of both buildings, but I still haven't checked out mentally. I still need to call Rettig about the time for West to have their band fittings and I am determined to get some lesson planning done this summer.
I must say that at least I am off to a good start. Zane is signed up for the summer reading program at the county library and I have finished two out of three books in a trilogy by Blue Balliett. The first, Chasing Vermeer, had me hooked as it was quick and easy reading. I have actually managed to read almost three books in two weeks. A world record since Zane was born. For juvenille fiction, they are pretty good. Has comparisons to the DaVinci Code, but I haven't read that, just heard about it.
The main goal for the summer is to exercise everyday and also to have Zane do some sort of "school work" so that he doesn't lose anything over the summer. His speech teacher gave us a detailed assignment and the kindergarten teacher also sent home a packet. I am hoping that he not only retains his year of learning, but maybe will improve upon what has been established.
I have started today with a walk around the back forty, but am also hoping to get another walk down to Baker and back when Darin gets home. Tomorrow will be biking and hopefully get an alternating schedule set up for the rest of the summer.
One more JOB for the summer is to PURGE big time! Get rid of Zane's baby stuff, get rid of my STUFF, and clean out the clothes, school items, and maybe Christmas things. Perhaps then I can start doing some scrapbooking and putting things in order. A tall order for sure, but I am hoping to be more disciplined this summer and actually check different things off my list.
Other silly to do items:
1. get eyes and ears checked
2. clean closets/laundry room
3. doing the doctor appointments
4. paint living room
5. get vacation planned to beach
6. get some Christmas shopping done
7. make plates for Christmas
8. enjoy each day:)
Monday, April 20, 2009
The Tooth Fairy Cometh
Zane lost both his teeth this past week. Darin pulled the front right and then Zane fell and hit is mouth over at Connie's and the left was really lose! Darin pulled that one too. So he collected $4 in one week for two teeth. We took pictures of him with just one tooth and then with both front teeth gone. He certainly is cute. It is definitely one of my favorite photos.
OAT week is here so I don't have band at all this week. I still have a lot to get done in the book and the time is going fast. Of course, it isn't going fast enough for the fifth graders. Lisa's class is doing well, but the other two are nothing but rude and disrespectful. I had one student today flat out lie to me about having gum. I specifically asked if she had gum and she said, "No, I have a cough drop." Well, yes, she had a cough drop and gum. That is lying, no way around it. Rude!
I have been trying to lose some weight, except all I do is gain. I NEED TO EXERCISE! I must find a way to walk at least some each day or it will only get worse.
Darin helped me rototill the garden after I spread the peat moss. Zane wanted to play in it and both Darin and I said no. He has to wait until we plant and it rains to get rid of some of the yucky stuff in the peat. Don't need him getting sick from manure or whatever else they use it.
They bought me pumpkin seeds at Big Lots. I am hoping to plant zucchini, tomatoes, and maybe try peppers again, although I don't have much luck with them. I need to get some sunflower seeds too!
OAT week is here so I don't have band at all this week. I still have a lot to get done in the book and the time is going fast. Of course, it isn't going fast enough for the fifth graders. Lisa's class is doing well, but the other two are nothing but rude and disrespectful. I had one student today flat out lie to me about having gum. I specifically asked if she had gum and she said, "No, I have a cough drop." Well, yes, she had a cough drop and gum. That is lying, no way around it. Rude!
I have been trying to lose some weight, except all I do is gain. I NEED TO EXERCISE! I must find a way to walk at least some each day or it will only get worse.
Darin helped me rototill the garden after I spread the peat moss. Zane wanted to play in it and both Darin and I said no. He has to wait until we plant and it rains to get rid of some of the yucky stuff in the peat. Don't need him getting sick from manure or whatever else they use it.
They bought me pumpkin seeds at Big Lots. I am hoping to plant zucchini, tomatoes, and maybe try peppers again, although I don't have much luck with them. I need to get some sunflower seeds too!
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