SchoolWalk for Diabetes

Yesterday Glen Loch Elementary participated in the SchoolWalk for Diabetes. The entire school walked around the soccer field together from 9:30 to 10:00 AM. Mrs. Turner, the P.E. teacher, had a large amp out in the middle of the field that blared Disney soundtracks like Camp Rock and High School Musical. The kids really enjoyed it. They got fresh air, exercise, and a chance to hang out with their friends while earning money for a good cause. Morgan and Adrian together raised $515 for the American Diabetes Association!

Adrian's 6th Birthday and Haircut

I finally gave in and took Adrian to the barber last week. He was tired of people mistaking him for a girl. The barber actually did a great job, it is just that I miss his long hair. Adrian really likes the cut though so I guess that is what is important.

Adrian turned 6 years old on Sunday. Mom and Dad drove in from Alabama on Friday and had to leave Monday morning but they were able to be here on his birthday to celebrate. Adrian chose to go to Lupe Tortilla for his birthday meal. The servers slapped a sombrero on his head, swiped whipped cream on his nose, and sang to him in Spanish. He took it in stride even though I think he was a little freaked out. Adrian's big birthday gift was a skateboard which he had been wanting for years but Andy didn't think he was old enough for it until now. He has been practicing a lot.

Report Cards

Adrian received his first report card of his school career this week. He received all "S's" and "3's" which both mean "Meets Expectations". His teacher, Mrs. Nusbaum, commented that "Adrian is an eager learner and is always willing to contribute ideas to class discussions".

Morgan of course received her report card this week too. All "A's" again!!

Reading: 100

Writing: 98

Spelling: 100

Math: 100

Social Studies: 98

Science: 95

She received "E's" for "Excellent" in Art, Music, P.E., and for conduct in all classes.

She also received ribbons for "A" Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance, and Good Conduct. Teacher comments included "Interested and Curious Learner" and "Completes Classwork Carefully".

I am so incredibly proud of my babies!

Halloween 2008

The kids had a great time on Halloween as usual. Morgan went as a Spanish Princess/Flamenco Dancer and Adrian was an Army soldier. We upheld our usual tradition and went trick-or-treating with the Weberlings and Smileys at Panther Creek Shopping Center. Unfortunately Hans had been downtown at the clinic all day Thursday and wasn't up for trick-or-treating with us. Elle was Elizabeth Swan from Pirates of the Caribbean, Michael was a Ghostbuster, and Ryan was a policeman.

After a truncated journey through the shopping center I took the kids to McDonald's to pick up dinner and take it home to eat. Then we walked over to Hannah and Caleb's house for a Halloween party. There were decorations, games, Halloween-inspired goodies, and friends. We stayed there for awhile and then the whole crew went trick-or-treating around their neighborhood. When we got close to our house we went ahead and made our way home to ring one more doorbell - our's. Andy gave the kids candy and we retired for the evening.