Grandparents are Special

So I am still behind...this is for Friday!

Friday was the Grandparents Reception at St. Francis for the second graders. This gives them a chance to show off their class and their work before the Sacrament of First Eucahrist. Danny had to settle for me since my mom was sick and Brandon's mom had her graduation, but he liked showing off everything. Danny's Aunt Rita was their, Isabella is in his class so she came to be there for her, and she let Danny spend time with her. Which was fine with him. He loves Rita, as we all do! It was so nice. Mrs. Hayes and the students have been working hard getting ready for this day and for their First Eucharist. You could tell too. The parents all did an amazing job putting the reception together, especially Ashley Hill and Tonya Balducci. You two are amazing! I even got several ideas for upcoming showers and parties I am having!

After cleanup was over we rushed home to get Brandon and John Michael and head to Hanceville for Meme's (Brandon's Mom) Graduation. It was great to be there for her. It was a very nice ceremony and one that was full of stories that had me in tears. The boys were pretty well behaved, which is a plus because it is not easy to sit and wait for 2 hours, but they did it and I was so proud.

After the ceremony we had to head home because we needed to get the boys ready for bed. First Eucharist is in the morning and I did not want a fight getting ready. We hated to miss going to dinner, but we needed to get home.

It was a great Friday!

Interviews with the Grandparents!!!

Well today was a blessing in itself that the sun was shining all day! I absolutely loved it!!!! I miss the sun and the warmth that it brings. Come on summer and spring!

Today we had to finish up Danny's interviews with all the grandparents. It was a lot of fun. I had to do my dad's because unfortunately I cannot find a number for heaven. If I could I would be more than happy to pay long distance just for a few minutes with him and his voice. It was really great though because thinking back to the stories he used to tell was amazing! Danny talked to Nana, Meme and Pop. I wrote the answers because I figured being able to speed write and read it would be important. Danny has nice handwriting but not when he does it quickly. I am not sure what they are doing with these interviews, but I know that it will be special. I need to let his teacher know I can help her with the typing if she needs it.

Basketball practice was a lot of fun and Danny is ready for his game Saturday morning. He is really loving basketball. I am considering a baseball or maybe a basketball camp for him this summer. Auburn has several. We will just have to see if we can do it monetarily. Maybe there will be one closer or cheaper.

John Michael is spending the night with Nana. He was really excited, as long as he got pizza. He is a trip. I am sure that they are having a great time and I miss him as always. We will pick him up tomorrow before we get Danny from school.

Well, it is 9:04 so I still did not make it to bed before 9, but as soon as I can get Danny there, I am headed there. I am pooped. I have decided to take back my house and control it instead of my house controlling me. Today the kitchen is done. Cleaned, cleaned out, organized, the whole nine yards. I also got another dinner in the freezer. Tomorrow it will be Monica vs. the Dining Room and since Brandon is home I am hoping it can be Monica & Brandon vs. the Dining & Living Rooms! We shall see.

Tonight I will be praying for all of my family and friends. I love you all! I hope that everything is wonderful for everyone and that the sun shines down on us all! My deadline for one of my projects is tomorrow so please say a prayer that it all works out.