It was bound to happen. I just didn't realize that it would happen so soon!! On Monday, 8/27, Abby told me that she had 3 math problems that she needed help with when we got home from Trevor's game. When we got home, she opened her binder and realized that she forgot her math homework at school. The tears began!! In fact, she soon became hysterical. I remained perfectly calm (I deal with this type of problem all day in school!!) and suggested several ideas to her -- none of them sounded good to Abby. Jim offered to drive her into town to her friend's house so that she could write down the problems and work them out with me at home. Disaster averted!! Jim to the rescue!! One of the best moments for me during the event was when Trevor looked at me and said, "Is she seriously crying over homework?!?!" Yes, Trevor, she is. In fact, she may cry over many things in the years to come. Also, I know this is shocking to you, but some people do get very emotional over their homework!!
Good times!!!
Friday, August 31, 2012
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Summer 2012 Recap
Whew! It has been the busiest summer of my life...and a totally different summer for me. The past 39 summers of my life have been spent playing in my yard, swimming, going to school, working, teaching summer school, watching my children, and swimming some more. This summer was softball and baseball!! Truthfully, I believe I attended about 90 games this summer. Abby's travel softball team was busy in Pontiac, Kankakee, East Peoria, Decatur, and Indiana. Trevor's baseball team was busy in Kankakee, Momence, and Limestone. I certainly did learn a lot about baseball/softball. There were a few days here and there where we didn't have any games and we could relax and have a little fun. We did manage to get both of my sisters and their kids down to visit the farm. The kids and I managed to visit my nephew Michael in Kentucky. Trevor attended two weeks of summer camp. Abby and I squeezed in a short visit to Glenview and I did manage to have a craft day with my sisters. The highlight of the summer, for me, was when my newest niece was born! We just welcomed Penelope into the world and I got to spend an amazing two and a half days in Chicago helping my parents take care of O and Alex. There is nothing better than a summer day in Chicago with the sun shining! I got to do some shopping, eat at Water Tower Place, visit Penelope and Bec in the hospital, get a manicure and pedicure, and eat some cupcakes. It was a wonderful end to the summer.
Yes, I do say end to the summer. To me, when I start getting into my classroom, the summer is officially over. Tomorrow will be my first work day in my classroom -- it's about time I started because I am back to work on the 20th!! I am excited about this year. Last year was a really difficult year and I did survive. Therefore, I know that this year will be better!! This is also a big year for me. First of all, I am starting my 19th year of teaching!! I can't believe it. Some days it feels like just yesterday that I graduated from college. Also, my oldest son will be entering 8th grade. My first year of teaching was teaching a class of 8th grade English. I can't believe that I am now old enough to have an 8th grader. I am excited for him. He has done so well in Junior High and I think this will be a great year for him!! Additionally, Abby will be starting Junior High this year! She is so excited....lockers, changing classes, lots of teachers, more sports, band, chorus, and maybe even Student Council. I have said that this year, personally, will be a challenge. I will teach 6th graders all day and then come home to my 8th and 6th grader. What doesn't kill us makes us stronger!! Lastly, I turn 40 at the end of the month. Strangely enough, I am really looking forward to it. I felt like my 20s were my starting point -- graduating from college, getting a job, getting married, and having 2 kids. My 30s were a learning point -- making mistakes and learning from them. I am hoping for my fabulous 40s -- age and wisdom will finally come into play!!
So here's to a great end of summer for everyone and the beginning of a new fall!!
Yes, I do say end to the summer. To me, when I start getting into my classroom, the summer is officially over. Tomorrow will be my first work day in my classroom -- it's about time I started because I am back to work on the 20th!! I am excited about this year. Last year was a really difficult year and I did survive. Therefore, I know that this year will be better!! This is also a big year for me. First of all, I am starting my 19th year of teaching!! I can't believe it. Some days it feels like just yesterday that I graduated from college. Also, my oldest son will be entering 8th grade. My first year of teaching was teaching a class of 8th grade English. I can't believe that I am now old enough to have an 8th grader. I am excited for him. He has done so well in Junior High and I think this will be a great year for him!! Additionally, Abby will be starting Junior High this year! She is so excited....lockers, changing classes, lots of teachers, more sports, band, chorus, and maybe even Student Council. I have said that this year, personally, will be a challenge. I will teach 6th graders all day and then come home to my 8th and 6th grader. What doesn't kill us makes us stronger!! Lastly, I turn 40 at the end of the month. Strangely enough, I am really looking forward to it. I felt like my 20s were my starting point -- graduating from college, getting a job, getting married, and having 2 kids. My 30s were a learning point -- making mistakes and learning from them. I am hoping for my fabulous 40s -- age and wisdom will finally come into play!!
So here's to a great end of summer for everyone and the beginning of a new fall!!
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Pontiac Tournament
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| The banner |
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Madi, Rebecca, & Abby having a good laugh in the outfield.  |
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| Conferring with Coach Julie |
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| Deep in thought in the dugout |
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| 2nd place in the Pontiac Tournament |
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| Getting ready to steal a base |
Monday, April 9, 2012
Hello April!!
I think I am going to turn into a word blogger and not a picture blogger!! If I could learn how to start doing more stuff in my car AS I am driving....then maybe more would get done!!
Anyway, hello Spring. The weather has been pretty darn beautiful and we are enjoying it. I trimmed the yard (after my kids mowed it!!) for 2 hours on Saturday. I used some muscles I haven't used in a while but I will adjust. Trevor is enjoying burning old firewood and digging in his hole. Someday, I am convinced, he will reach China or discover a new resource that this world can use!! The kids and Jim spend a lot of time playing baseball/softball in the yard. The new pitching machine arrives tomorrow and then I can get in on the action too!! My arm is nowhere as strong as Jim's so the pitching machine will help me....I can definitely load balls!!
On Tuesday, Abby has her first softball game since her accident. She is pretty darn excited. We are excited and nervous too!!She has been back to full practice since mid-March but she hasn't slid into base yet. She is nervous and I am REALLY nervous. On Saturday at practice, her coach said, "Hey. Let's give it a try." With those words, Abby DOVE into first base, head first!! She said it was awesome!! She is going to have to practice that a little more (since she was a little short on reaching the base with her hand) but I am sure she will get the hang of it. She never ceases to amaze me.
Trevor has started his baseball season too. He practices about 3 days a week and his first game is on Saturday, April 28th. One day when I picked him up after practicing for about 2 - 2.5 hours, he said to me, "Mom, can we just be quiet and not talk." I have NEVER heard him not talk!! I guess some things can truly wear him out!!
Well, I will continue to try new things and learn how to post pictures from my car!! If not, tune in for more ramblings by Laura!!
Anyway, hello Spring. The weather has been pretty darn beautiful and we are enjoying it. I trimmed the yard (after my kids mowed it!!) for 2 hours on Saturday. I used some muscles I haven't used in a while but I will adjust. Trevor is enjoying burning old firewood and digging in his hole. Someday, I am convinced, he will reach China or discover a new resource that this world can use!! The kids and Jim spend a lot of time playing baseball/softball in the yard. The new pitching machine arrives tomorrow and then I can get in on the action too!! My arm is nowhere as strong as Jim's so the pitching machine will help me....I can definitely load balls!!
On Tuesday, Abby has her first softball game since her accident. She is pretty darn excited. We are excited and nervous too!!She has been back to full practice since mid-March but she hasn't slid into base yet. She is nervous and I am REALLY nervous. On Saturday at practice, her coach said, "Hey. Let's give it a try." With those words, Abby DOVE into first base, head first!! She said it was awesome!! She is going to have to practice that a little more (since she was a little short on reaching the base with her hand) but I am sure she will get the hang of it. She never ceases to amaze me.
Trevor has started his baseball season too. He practices about 3 days a week and his first game is on Saturday, April 28th. One day when I picked him up after practicing for about 2 - 2.5 hours, he said to me, "Mom, can we just be quiet and not talk." I have NEVER heard him not talk!! I guess some things can truly wear him out!!
Well, I will continue to try new things and learn how to post pictures from my car!! If not, tune in for more ramblings by Laura!!
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