I can't quite tell if the five-day work week was long or short? I heard my co-workers say a variety of time frames and then I realized that I didn't know either. It was a very busy week (plans each night with family and friends) and the days flew by, too. But, it seemed to take a while to get to Friday.
In any case, it doesn't really matter...we made it! The kids had a good re-entry back into school. I think Ava was happy to see her friends again, and she's back into the swing of doing her schoolwork without too much complaining. She also had a great baton practice on Tuesday night and managed to catch a few one-spins. With a bit more practice, I think she'll nail it!
She also had fun making an Orange Julius in her FACs (home ec) class, and is looking forward to attempting garlic bread soon. She has a chance to earn some extra credit if she cooks at home, so guess what we'll be doing in the next few weeks! :)
Ava and I had a productive afternoon of shopping last weekend. We ran to a million different places and ended up getting almost everything we needed. But, most importantly, we spent some good time together!
G had a pretty good week...a few moments where he needed reminders, but overall, he did well. I spoke with his teacher on Thursday afternoon, and she told me that another parent had written her a note about G. (I was a little worried to hear if it was good or bad!) Apparently one of his classmates came into their before school program and she was really, really sad. G went out of his way to cheer her up and play with her. The other parent was so appreciative and wanted to let their teacher know.
I asked G what had happened, and he mentioned that she had forgotten a bracelet and he was trying to comfort her. Yay, G! Even better was when I dropped G off at the before school program on Friday, and both of the care providers there went out of their way to tell me how he had helped his classmate. From that, G was recognized in front of everyone and received a "Bravo." (That means he was able to pick a toy from a bin..."Peanut," the green dog, has now joined our stuffy family.)
G is such a compassionate boy, and he's come so far in figuring out how to manage all of his big feelings. It's a work in progress, but, we all believe he will get there!
G has a little friend coming over for a playdate this afternoon. He is so excited, and has BIG plans for them! At the same time, my dad and Scott will be heading out to look at another tractor (no comment,) and my mom will hang out with me and the house full of kids. Should be fun!
In any case, it doesn't really matter...we made it! The kids had a good re-entry back into school. I think Ava was happy to see her friends again, and she's back into the swing of doing her schoolwork without too much complaining. She also had a great baton practice on Tuesday night and managed to catch a few one-spins. With a bit more practice, I think she'll nail it!
She also had fun making an Orange Julius in her FACs (home ec) class, and is looking forward to attempting garlic bread soon. She has a chance to earn some extra credit if she cooks at home, so guess what we'll be doing in the next few weeks! :)
Ava and I had a productive afternoon of shopping last weekend. We ran to a million different places and ended up getting almost everything we needed. But, most importantly, we spent some good time together!
She let her hair dry in a towel and ended up with this weird curly thing...she loved it!
I asked G what had happened, and he mentioned that she had forgotten a bracelet and he was trying to comfort her. Yay, G! Even better was when I dropped G off at the before school program on Friday, and both of the care providers there went out of their way to tell me how he had helped his classmate. From that, G was recognized in front of everyone and received a "Bravo." (That means he was able to pick a toy from a bin..."Peanut," the green dog, has now joined our stuffy family.)
G is such a compassionate boy, and he's come so far in figuring out how to manage all of his big feelings. It's a work in progress, but, we all believe he will get there!
G was extra snuggly this morning...and he loves his koala. He is very, very sad about the fires in Australia and how they've impacted all of the animals. :(
G has a little friend coming over for a playdate this afternoon. He is so excited, and has BIG plans for them! At the same time, my dad and Scott will be heading out to look at another tractor (no comment,) and my mom will hang out with me and the house full of kids. Should be fun!
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