We are still on Winter Break - we get 3 weeks this year and I love it!
It's so nice to just hang out
Today I walked in Sydney's room to put Laundry away and noticed her babies...
Each one has their own little 'room' and a kleenex 'blanket'...
It made me smile.
Last night was Sydney's Cheer Banquet-
We do it together with our football team of 32 boys-
= LOUD
We put the girls all together at one table in the center of the room. I loaded their table with as many crafts and busy items as I could.
Before they started any of the crafts I had each of the girls write and decorate a THANK YOU card for Ms. Julie the head coach. I painted a cute wooden box to keep them in - they were each so personal and cute.
Then they colored some Mandela pages...
LOVE THESE
The girls got a trophy and we made each of the girls a 'cheer' blanket as a gift from the Coaches.
I had seen this candle craft on-line and thought this was the perfect time to try it out. I created a print-out of the logo, the girls names etc on the computer and print it out on tissue paper. Then you apply to a candle with heat (I used a hardryer). The wax melts and adhears the tissue becoming transparent.
I made the little one in the picture as a trial.
It was cute but once I added the glitter, it was perfect.
Any excuse to craft these days :)
Another year of Cheer is over ~
Junior Mighty Mite Cheer Squad - 2011
We had to be lined up at 8-something in the morning on a Sunday.
We took the typical individuals and team photos with all the team and & our Coaches.
Then there was a HUGE one - with ALL of us. Cheerleaders + Football team + 10 million Coaches. The photographer did a great job roping them all in and moving things along quickly.
Afterwards we took some pics of our own. We did our own little group one in the back of the truck (above). Then we took this one : the 5 returning girls from last year...
Our extra photo session didn't last long because they were hot and their uniforms were itchy and the bow was on tight... ugh, girls!
Being away for 10+ days makes you appreciate HOME... your shower, your coffee, your bed.
Our East Coast trip was incredible & memorable - but it's so nice to be back.
SCHOOL IS IN FULL SWING
I am a mother to a Middle Schooler - when did that happen? There are couples walking around holding hands, girls wearing make-up and HUGE bras... it's weird.
Luke is adjusting great. They are working on his schedule and he will be transferring in to a new math class within the next week. For electives he has German and Woodshop - how fun.
Syd is in FIRST grade, loves it.
Lots of football and cheer coming up that's for sure. August is over, that means the season starts and we have real games now. That is way more exciting than conditioning and scrimmages.
[ As the boys walk out to the meet on the field with the Refs ]
Today the boys played against Huntington Beach.
I got there about an hour into it - straight from Syd's game.
As I was walking up I watched Luke catch a pass and run it in for a touchdown.
It. Was. Awesome.
Beginning today {August 1st} the kids have practice ~
EVERY day
ALL month
TWO different locations
fun
I stayed with Sydney...
She is cheering with the same squad this year, most all returned + we grew by 4.
She was super excited to see everyone again and meet the new girls.
14 total - yikes.
( Returning from a run / August= lots of conditioning )
As soon as it finished we packed up and zipped over to catch the end of Luke's first practice.
I'm excited for football this year.
"Why don't you come on over and let the kids swim..."
We headed over pretty much right away. Before we left the kids put on their suits.
That way when we pulled up they could say 'hi' and get directly in the pool (no need to waste time changing when you could be swimming).
The kids were entertained for HOURS
[ They even entertained us ]
Thank you Smith Family for having us ~
FINALLY
I was getting tired of looking at that lone sad front tooth hang on. She didn't just loose her tooth she seriously lost it. It fell out while walking/talking outside with my mom.
I love that grin ~
Early this morning her Dad took her riding.
I was nervous.
She was fearless...
She did amazing - of course.
I don't think there is anything you can tell this girl NOT to do.
Yesterday Luke's class spent their last day together here...
They went swimming, zip lining, had lunch together and watched their Class DVD.
Before everyone went their separate ways, each student received one more award...
Luke was awarded... 'Best Dressed'
After a quick change of clothes in the car - Luke was dropped at baseball practice.
And the girls headed over to another party ~
...Syd didn't want to leave.
It's been an exhausted few weeks.
Thank goodness Summer has officially started.
SKY HIGH
The kids had a blast today with all of their cousins.
They got to jump & bounce out all of their energy.
Wow - were they sweaty
This also worked up a major appetite with these kids.
We all went for burgers and frozen yogurt afterwards - it was a great day!
