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Today makes 5 years since we said goodbye to our precious twins. At times it feels like a lifetime ago, but my heart still aches like it were yesterday.
****I am grateful for
1) my rainbow baby
2) my oldest baby
3) love
4) those things that make us stronger
5) saying goodbye and knowing that one day we'll again say hello
Back in February (I think) Chase qualified for the 2013 Junior Olympics in cup stacking. If you don't know what cup stacking is, google it. It's a speed sport and there are some absolutely amazingly fast kids out there!!! As awesome as it is to have qualified the Jr. Olympics were in Detroit, MI. You know, way up North, by Canada. We live in SE Texas. You know, as in way down South, by Mexico. So, 22 hours away. 22 hours there, 22 hours back. But, I love Chase and felt like this would be an awesome experience for him. I mean really, how many kids get to participate in the Junior Olympics? So, last Tuesday, we packed up the car and Duchess (my mom), Chase, Emery and I hit the road. Thursday afternoon we arrived in Detroit and what an experience it was! One of my students, L, also qualified and her dad is a pilot, so they agreed to go too. Her and Chase started "training" in April as doubles partners. So, it was neat that they got to go together. They both did amazing and while neither placed for a medal, they beat their personal bests with was what we our goal was. Other than their qualifying event, this was only their 2nd tournaments, so this was quite the accomplishment. We are already looking at getting a relay team together from our school for next year and L and Chase will continue on as doubles partners. So exciting and fun! Here are some pics and a video of Chase and L doing their doubles stack. This kid never ceases to amaze me!!!
I know every mother says this, but where does the time go??? Chase has always had his hair cut high and tight, think military style, and has always been adorable. But lately he's been mentioning fohawks. Not the full ugly kind, but the kind where it's just on top. Mrs. Crystal has cut his hair since he was 2 and when we went last week, I think even she was a little hesitant to change that sweet boy's haircut because we are so used to the other. But we did what he wanted and boy is it cute! The only thing is it means he's growing up and making his own choices. That makes me a little sad. I wish I could keep him my baby forever!
Oh my gosh time flies!!! It's been almost a month since I posted, I really had no clue. At least I know it's not just me because my blog roll has been pretty slow lately too. Let's see what's up:
Emery had her first dance recital last weekend. She did awesome! That girl is not shy on stage at all and I'm thankful she is so outgoing.
Chase had his 2nd grade awards today and he got EIGHT awards! I was blown away! When she announced he received the reading award, she followed it by saying that he was one of her top readers with the highest reading average! I'm so proud of him!
Baseball season is over, our Rangers took third place which is pretty good in my book. Chase was in the outfield this season, so he didn't get a lot of field time, but when he did, he rocked it. He's come a long way and is looking forward to next season. He'll be moving up to kid pitch and is pretty excited.
We have decided to put our FET on hold for a little while. I am having surgery on the 19th of June (more to come on that), and it means that we'll have to wait for the FET, but I'm OK with it. Not thrilled, but accepting.
My school year has been absolutely fantastic and I'm so happy where I am. I'm happy with my administration, my co-workers, how Chase is doing and how happy he is. I'll be staying right where I am for next year and am perfectly content with that.
Speaking of school, tomorrow is our last day before summer break!!! This last week has been a killer, but it looks like we're gonna make it! Teachers are actually supposed to work Monday but I have a comp day and then they said regardless, if we are done by tomorrow at 4:05, we don't have to come back! I can guarantee you that this girl will be done!
We have a busy weekend ahead full of parties, family, and fun! Hope everyone else is doing well!
****I am thankful for
1) summer break is almost here
2) the rain we got today, my yard loves it
3) it actually cooled off after the rain, it's going to be a hot summer
4) a wonderful school year for Chase and I!
5) exciting things on the horizon
My oh my, it's been a while since I posted!
~ Chase ended his Spring Ball Season with the Rangers last night and we took third place. Closing ceremonies aren't until the 31st, but we are set in this spot. He was stuck in outfield all season (except one game of pitcher and 1/2 a game at third base) and despite getting little field playing time, he improved so much! His batting has gotten really good and he likes baseball. Hoping our next season we have a coach that's more intersted in all the boys learning and less about being number one. Sad thing is, had they switched players around, we could have been number 1. Lesson learned there. Good news is we are moving on to kid pitch, Chase is super excited!
~ Only 9 days of school left and I am so thankful. My patience is gone, the kids are done. We all need a break desperately.
~ Emery's dance recital is a week from Saturday. They look so cute, I can't wait. We are changing dance studios after the recital and I'm really excited about that. I think the new one will be a lot better and she can move on to competition when she's five.
~ Chase and Emery will both be going to summer camp this year. Turns out that even though they have to be in kinder, if a parent is volunteering, there is a wee camp for the little ones. So, even though I really need a break from kids, I'm volunteering so the Princess can go to.
~ Still love my job, principal, school, grade, etc and still so very thankful that this move turned out the way it did.
~ Chase has stayed on the A/B honor roll all year and is a full year ahead in reading. Have I said how proud I am of him?
~ My cousin just found out she is having a baby girl in October, so excited for her!!! There is just something about girls in our family. Out of the 12 grandkids, 10 are girls, and out of the 14 great-grandkids, 11 are girls. I'm so thankful to have one of each.
~ Speaking of babies, we just paid the $500 to store our totsicles for another year. We were seriously looking at a FET this summer, but life is full of surprises and there is a major life change coming June 18th. Funny thing, June 18 is our 9 year anniversary of Chase's retrieval. Guess that will always be a lucky one for us!! (more to come on that later, don't want to jinx anything)
~ We have decided to take Emery to Disney World for her 5th birthday in 2014. 5th sounds so crazy. Of course, Chase will go too! My cousin and her three girls will meet us and then perhaps some other cousins. It's going to be awesome (although it seems so far away).
~ Getting my highlights done tomorrow, I look so rough.
~ Two birthday parties this weekend, it's going to be busy. So thankful to be off on Monday. I'd say we'd relax, but there are a million things to do.
Hope everyone has a spectacular weekend and wonderful Memorial Day!
****I am grateful for
1) days off
2) 9 days until summer vacation
3) a/c, it's gonna be a hot summer in TX
4) fresh mowed grass
5) ice cold water
