Ready to get back to life
So last night I finished book 4 and I am ready to get back to life. I am sure that Darren misses me too because any free moment I was ready these crazy books and ignoring him.
Let's catch up...
A couple weeks ago Kennedy attended horse camp. It was an all day camp for a week. The kids were given a horse of their own to take care of and ride. Her horse was named Abel and Kennedy adored him. It was a last minute thing as we were on a waiting list. They called on Monday morning about 9am and said that someone didn't show up and would Kennedy like to join them. Without even thinking, I said "yes" we were on our way and Kennedy now has a love for horses more than before. She fed, clean up after them (not her favorite), groomed, rode and played fun horseback games. They taught the kids vaulting too. It is kinda like gymnastics/ballet via horseback. Kennedy actually stood up on a Clydesdale type horse as well as a few other poses. The last day was parent's day so that we could see what our children have been doing all week. It was great fun to watch her, so proud of herself and what she had learned. They handed out ribbons for the various contests they had and Kennedy recieved the first 1st place ribbon of the day!! It was for something called pole balling (or something like that). She received other ribbons, but nothing like that first one. That's all she wanted.
We also went to the beach - San Clemente. Nice beach, hadn't been there before. Darren joined us too. I love it when that happens.
Kennedy had drama camp this week. She was selected with about 8 other kids from her drama class at school to participate in this week long coaching class. She was all pumped up to go, but then she found out that she would have to stand up, alone (key word being alone) and deliver a monologue in front of the class. She was cool with the other skills that they were learning and practicing because they were always with another person (dialog). Fortunately, by the end of the week she did it without a problem in front of the class. This class is to teach/coach kids who want to be in film/commercials/tv. The teachers have been in the business for many years and have kids at Linfield. They also have an agency that will send the kids out on auditions (once they are trained/ready). They gave us a really good book that informs parents on the business with real life situations, making sure that we really want to get into this crazy business. I asked Kennedy if this is something that she really wants and she said "no". I am realived because besides the obvious reasons for not wanting you child in show business, it is a full time job for us parents and I am not a big fan of driving to LA. What I liked most about participating in drama is that she is learning valuable skills for her future, especially public speaking. I hope to continue in the Fall with the classes for just that reason.
Michael will be starting baseball next month and guess who is going to be his Manager/Coach.. yep.. D. He is a little nervous as he doesn't want to blow it and turn the kids off of baseball forever. They had a big meeting of all the team managers/coaches and he is up for the challenge (plus he was told that at 4 they are more into snacks then baseball). I of course, offered to get him all organized with the snack shack schedule, team phone book, pizza partys, etc. I may have scared him a little :)
Last night was fun. Our church had a big shin dig with jumpers and a screening of the new Veggie Tales movie. Fun Family Night! Darren tried to bail on us and play golf with his buddies, but came to his senses at the last minute and was there for the kids and me. Am I lucky or what?!
We are having friends over tonight for swimming and bbq ..Seth, Kolby and Kelsey (pictured w/out Seth). We have known them since we first moved here. Kennedy and Seth were in play group together. Mom & Dad are going out for their anniversary tonight. Sounds like fun to me!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY FAVORITE BROTHER, GREGOR!! I LOVE YOU!!
Have a great day.
K
Let's catch up...
A couple weeks ago Kennedy attended horse camp. It was an all day camp for a week. The kids were given a horse of their own to take care of and ride. Her horse was named Abel and Kennedy adored him. It was a last minute thing as we were on a waiting list. They called on Monday morning about 9am and said that someone didn't show up and would Kennedy like to join them. Without even thinking, I said "yes" we were on our way and Kennedy now has a love for horses more than before. She fed, clean up after them (not her favorite), groomed, rode and played fun horseback games. They taught the kids vaulting too. It is kinda like gymnastics/ballet via horseback. Kennedy actually stood up on a Clydesdale type horse as well as a few other poses. The last day was parent's day so that we could see what our children have been doing all week. It was great fun to watch her, so proud of herself and what she had learned. They handed out ribbons for the various contests they had and Kennedy recieved the first 1st place ribbon of the day!! It was for something called pole balling (or something like that). She received other ribbons, but nothing like that first one. That's all she wanted.
We also went to the beach - San Clemente. Nice beach, hadn't been there before. Darren joined us too. I love it when that happens.
Kennedy had drama camp this week. She was selected with about 8 other kids from her drama class at school to participate in this week long coaching class. She was all pumped up to go, but then she found out that she would have to stand up, alone (key word being alone) and deliver a monologue in front of the class. She was cool with the other skills that they were learning and practicing because they were always with another person (dialog). Fortunately, by the end of the week she did it without a problem in front of the class. This class is to teach/coach kids who want to be in film/commercials/tv. The teachers have been in the business for many years and have kids at Linfield. They also have an agency that will send the kids out on auditions (once they are trained/ready). They gave us a really good book that informs parents on the business with real life situations, making sure that we really want to get into this crazy business. I asked Kennedy if this is something that she really wants and she said "no". I am realived because besides the obvious reasons for not wanting you child in show business, it is a full time job for us parents and I am not a big fan of driving to LA. What I liked most about participating in drama is that she is learning valuable skills for her future, especially public speaking. I hope to continue in the Fall with the classes for just that reason.
Michael will be starting baseball next month and guess who is going to be his Manager/Coach.. yep.. D. He is a little nervous as he doesn't want to blow it and turn the kids off of baseball forever. They had a big meeting of all the team managers/coaches and he is up for the challenge (plus he was told that at 4 they are more into snacks then baseball). I of course, offered to get him all organized with the snack shack schedule, team phone book, pizza partys, etc. I may have scared him a little :)
Last night was fun. Our church had a big shin dig with jumpers and a screening of the new Veggie Tales movie. Fun Family Night! Darren tried to bail on us and play golf with his buddies, but came to his senses at the last minute and was there for the kids and me. Am I lucky or what?!
We are having friends over tonight for swimming and bbq ..Seth, Kolby and Kelsey (pictured w/out Seth). We have known them since we first moved here. Kennedy and Seth were in play group together. Mom & Dad are going out for their anniversary tonight. Sounds like fun to me!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY FAVORITE BROTHER, GREGOR!! I LOVE YOU!!
Have a great day.
K
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