3rd Quarter

So the third quarter is underway and tonight was the 3rd Home and School meeting.  I was working the child care so Brandon came and went to the meeting so that the boys' would get their out of uniform day, that is definitely a big deal to them.
Because the boys were out last week I did not get the registration forms to the school for the boys' to have dinner so Brandon stopped on his way and brought them Chick-Fil-A.  Which is what was offered to everyone.

A Little Magic

Today was a long one. 
I dropped the boys off at school and then had to get some things from Brandon so that I could get some things shipped out.  He printed some labels for me since my printer is on the fritz, like it always is.
I had to meet someone from Ashley's list to get her a book that she got from me.  It is a pretty cool firetruck and work truck book.  I love Ashley's List, and really appreciate all of the work that they put into it to keep it running smoothly.  I have a lot to get on it so hopefully I can find some time.  Of course I cannot find the time to do much of anything that I need to do.  Maybe soon.
The boys had a great day at school. 
After School Care was great but there were a lot of kids almost 60, which is a lot.  Everything went smoothly.
The 2nd Home and School Meeting was tonight, which meant Child care until 7:30, which ended up being closer to 8:00.  It was SFX Spirit night at Chick-fil-A.  The great thing was the workers had dinner purchased for them.  Debbie and I gave ours to two of the children whose parents did not order anything for them.  It broke our hearts. 
Brandon went to the meeting so that I could work, it was a math lesson so he was not very happy that he was there, but I think he enjoyed it too.  They do math differently now than they did when I was learning, and so it was nice to have a little better understanding.
We had a magician come to entertain the kids durng the meeting, that was definitely a good thing.  Most of them were exhausted and so giving them something to focus on was a plus for everyone!

We headed home, and were glad to be here.  It was a great day and I am so thankful for my children to be at a school that has such a poitive relationship with the parents and the children.

Home & School

Today was a great day.  The boys had a blast at school and progress was definitely happening for me.  I headed to the school for After School Care.  I got there a little early, mainly because I am leaving a little early.  I wish I could work and go to the meeting the extra money would really be nice.  Anyway.  The boys and I left at 5:00 to go grab something to eat and then head back to the school. 
This Home & School meeting we go to the classrooms and walk a day in our children's shoes, but we do their 7 hour day in just under an hour.  It is fun and always nice to get to know the parents a little better.  It is hard when they both want both of us in their rooms.  So we started with John Michael's and then went to Danny's.
While we were looking at the art work and the reasons that the first graders are strong in faith we came across John Michael's and just smiled, actually we laughed.  He is a pretty cool guy and eveidentally he wanted to write about Superheroes and the fact that he was one and this is what he decided to do since his first one was too long! 

Art Show

The boys had a great day at school.  I was so glad too! 
John Michael had practice tonight, but he could not go because we had the home and school meeting at the school.  This is the last one of the year, which I cannot believe.  This one is the Art Show.
There are several great things about the Art Show.  One is there is wine!  I am an avid fan of wine so this is a nice treat!  The second thing is that the kids pick their own work that they want to show.  Danny did an amazing picture of the crosses on the Mountain.  John Michael did a self portrait.  I was so proud of them both. 
They were excited about the magician that they had there for the kids!  It was great and all I heard about until the snoring started! 

Home and School

So this morning we were running late. I do not like starting off the day running behind. I am not sure if it was the rain that had me all cozy this morning or the fact that John Michael came in our room last night and is such a cuddle bug. We were all late though, which is just not something I need on my agenda right now. I know that there must have been a reason for it though, so I am not going to stress myself out about it.
While the boys were in school I took care of their bedrooms. I was so tired of asking and threatening, and so today I threw a lot of junk out. We have to get up the Christmas stuff and that is just not possible the way that their rooms looks. I also got some more laundry done, but I also got more piled up as I found more clothes scattered around their rooms and I did not know if they were clean or dirty so I am taking the safer bet. I also got a good bit of editing done. Right now I am a little ahead of the 2 weeks I shoot for with a regular session, but I have to get them all delivered which is a little easier said than done. I am hoping to mail a good bit of them because I have so many to get out and with the sessions that I have I am not sure where I can squeeze in delivery times too. It will all work out.
The boys' had great days at school today. They both had homework that we had to get done pretty fast so that we could get back to school for the Home & School meeting tonight.
The Home & School meeting was very nice. It was a brief introduction and then break away sessions. Brandon went to the K-2 session and I stayed for the 3-5 session. I enjoy being a part of the school and like knowing what is happening with the boys. Another plus to St. Francis is how close the parents, faculty, and students really are.
We came home and I had school work, and editing to work on and Brandon worked on burning and labeling discs for me. He is awesome!
Well, the boys are in bed and since it is not 10 minutes until midnight I guess I will go to bed. One day soon I will be in bed early! I will, I will, I will!

Happy Birthday to the Marines

So this morning made it a official trend for the week, we were on time but not as early as I wanted to be up and getting to work. I can get so much done in the extra hour or two in the morning, but this week that just was not in the cards. Probably because I am staying up editing so late. Maybe next week I will be on a better schedule.

While the boys were in school this morning I got some laundry done, dinner started....chilli in the crock pot, some of the van cleaned out, and the downstairs bathroom cleaned. While it was no where near what I was hoping to accomplish it was something and a few more check marks on the list, which is definitely important. Moving forwards and not backwards.

Today is the Marine's birthday. This is a day that was always special to my daddy, considering he was a Marine.

Today was the Veteran's Day program at the school. This is a program that is great to go to. The student's at St. Francis are taught to thank all veterans and this program is a little way for them to give back to them. It is just a special day. I helped the Home and School board get the refreshments out and ready for the veteran's that attended. There is a small reception afterwards for them just to say thank you. John Michael's class sang Marching in the Lord's Army. It was so cute. Danny's class along with the 4th and 5th grade sand This Land Is My Land. It was great. I am so thankful that I am able to be there for the boys when they are doing something special. After the program was over, the Veteran's were headed home, and the refreshment area was cleaned I headed to take the remaining things to the office and to get the boys.

After school we met the Tiger Cub leader so that she could get the popcorn for her parents. The Wolves were given their's at their den meeting tonight. Now the money collection can be completed. Then we came home, got homework done and then just enjoyed the rest of the day. Well, night. When Brandon came home we ate dinner. It was pretty good, the boys' were not too hungry but they had been snacking.

Everyone is excited about the long weekend. I have several photo shoots and I am looking forward to them all. Each shoot is unique and so much fun.

Well, I am going to edit a few more pictures and go to bed. Considering it is almost midnight and I have to be in Hoover in the morning I do not know that I will be too much later. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Open House

Well today was definitely better than yesterday on the health meter. Thank goodness, another day and I would have been more apt to head to the doctor quite possibly the ER. I can handle a cold, what I cannot stand is my asthma feeling so out of control.

John Michael had soccer practice after school today. His coach has moved it up till 3:30, which works for me, it saves 30 minutes of me trying to kill time. He is loving it and I am glad. Of course Danny wants to play now, but we are going to wait until next year.

Tonight was my favorite Home and School meeting of the year. Well, I like them all but this one really is a lot of fun as we get to know more about our children's teachers and their schedules. John Michael had left me the sweetest poem in his room. Nothing like crying right off. Danny left me an awesome letter in computer. Again bringing the tears. My boys really are amazing.

Well, I am going to be yet another day behind. Mainly because my camera is downstairs and I am just too tired to go get it. I will upload and get caught up in the morning and will stay that way for tomorrow night. Then I will be able to start September off on the right foot.

Know that you are all in my prayers. To Josie....Happy Happy First Birthday Sweet Girl!!!