Monday, September 5, 2011
THEY SAY A PICTURE
is worth a thousand words. Here is what I just found in our bathroom and I HAD to share!!!
Sunday, September 4, 2011
GENTLE REMINDERS
I saw this video again today and just couldn't help but post it. I love, love, love this talk and the message. In times of adversity and trial, we can remember to laugh and keep an eternal perspective.
Friday, September 2, 2011
FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS
This was Faith's first assignment in Fifth Grade.
Following Directions
*Read directions 1-20 completely before beginning*
1. Write your name in the upper left hand corner of this paper.
2. Recite the ABC's out loud.
3. Write your favorite color in the lower right hand corner.
4. Walk around your desk three times clockwise.
5. Write down the number of people in your family.
6. Stand up and touch your toes five times.
7. Count backwards from ten out loud.
Following Directions
*Read directions 1-20 completely before beginning*
1. Write your name in the upper left hand corner of this paper.
2. Recite the ABC's out loud.
3. Write your favorite color in the lower right hand corner.
4. Walk around your desk three times clockwise.
5. Write down the number of people in your family.
6. Stand up and touch your toes five times.
7. Count backwards from ten out loud.
8. Write the product of 60x70.
9. Write your favorite food.
10. Go look out the window of the door to your room.
11. Recite "Mary Had a Little Lamb" out loud.
12. Say the ten times tables to yourself.
13. Look under your desk and see if there is any gum.
14. Write your first grade teacher's name.
15. Write your best friend's name.
16. Stand up and say out loud, "I have reached number sixteen!"
17. Write what time it is now.
18. Stand up and say your full name.
19. Put an x in front of direction number nineteen.
20. Ignore directions 1-19, write your name in the upper right hand corner, and enjoy watching those who didn't follow directions.
Out of 25 students, 2 did this assignment correctly! How did you do?
9. Write your favorite food.
10. Go look out the window of the door to your room.
11. Recite "Mary Had a Little Lamb" out loud.
12. Say the ten times tables to yourself.
13. Look under your desk and see if there is any gum.
14. Write your first grade teacher's name.
15. Write your best friend's name.
16. Stand up and say out loud, "I have reached number sixteen!"
17. Write what time it is now.
18. Stand up and say your full name.
19. Put an x in front of direction number nineteen.
20. Ignore directions 1-19, write your name in the upper right hand corner, and enjoy watching those who didn't follow directions.
Out of 25 students, 2 did this assignment correctly! How did you do?
Thursday, September 1, 2011
YAHOO/BOO-HOO DAY!
Today is the first day of school for 2011!!!
My sister's Robyn's kids started last week and she told me about a fun breakfast that they have for kindergarteners and their parents. It is called 'The Yahoo Boo-hoo Breakfast.' I was a bit confused for a moment ... she explained that some parents were saying "Yahoo!" and other parents were crying "Boo-hoo"! I thought that this was SO much fun!
This year, Dawson was easy to get up and moving, while Faith took more prodding. We made blue pancakes in the letter C for Chubbuck Elementary. Next year will be more complicated since Faith will start middle school - ugh!
I am probably more excited than they are, but I know that it's going to be a great year! I hope that they feel the excitement of learning something new!
I put a fun free printable on their cookies for lunch that said, "You're one smart cookie! Enjoy your first day of school!" I also found some fun school jokes that I will add in their lunches next week. For some of these and more, stop by How Does She.
The kids let me walk them to the bus stop! I am making cookies for the kids getting off the bus stop too ... I just can't help shouting out a little "Yahoo" today!!!
My sister's Robyn's kids started last week and she told me about a fun breakfast that they have for kindergarteners and their parents. It is called 'The Yahoo Boo-hoo Breakfast.' I was a bit confused for a moment ... she explained that some parents were saying "Yahoo!" and other parents were crying "Boo-hoo"! I thought that this was SO much fun!
This year, Dawson was easy to get up and moving, while Faith took more prodding. We made blue pancakes in the letter C for Chubbuck Elementary. Next year will be more complicated since Faith will start middle school - ugh!
Faith's C
Dawson's C
He loves getting his picture taken so early in the morning!
Traditional picture by the tree
Dawson measured in at 47 inches with his shoes on!
Faith measured in at 58 1/2 inches without shoes!
This could mean a pretty big milestone if she keeps growing like she has been!
This could mean a pretty big milestone if she keeps growing like she has been!
I am probably more excited than they are, but I know that it's going to be a great year! I hope that they feel the excitement of learning something new!
I put a fun free printable on their cookies for lunch that said, "You're one smart cookie! Enjoy your first day of school!" I also found some fun school jokes that I will add in their lunches next week. For some of these and more, stop by How Does She.
The kids let me walk them to the bus stop! I am making cookies for the kids getting off the bus stop too ... I just can't help shouting out a little "Yahoo" today!!!
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
SPECIAL REQUEST
I found this special request and just had to share!!! It's the last day before school starts, so I think that she's a little sad that there are no more late overs on school nights!]
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
IT SHOULDN'T BE HARD
It shouldn't be hard to say goodbye. At least in theory.
But I miss Ang. I miss Robyn. And, I miss Sara.
It has been hard to process losing so many loved ones this summer. They aren't dead; they are just many miles away. A few days ago, I came to the realization that it is naive to think that everyone you love will live close to you forever. It's true that people move all the time. And they survive ... I'm sure their friends do as well.
Each day this summer, I've focused on little moments. One day at a time. My heart aches ... some days worse than others. I wonder when I feel so bad, what do they feel like? Do they miss Pocatello and Chubbuck? Do they miss surprise dropbys to say hello? Do they miss family?
In the process of saying goodbye and having a few real good cries, I know that I've made other friends feel bad ... It is not intentional and I love you just as much. Truth be told, I am close to family and friends (shocker, I know). Those who I call my friends, I call family. I would do anything for any of you!
And so, as summer comes to a close, I look forward to wonderful times with all of you. I can't wait to try out Skype and come for visits. I can't wait to get to know all of my Pocatello friends a bit better.
But just a warning. If you decide to move away, it might just be hard for me to say goodbye!
But I miss Ang. I miss Robyn. And, I miss Sara.
It has been hard to process losing so many loved ones this summer. They aren't dead; they are just many miles away. A few days ago, I came to the realization that it is naive to think that everyone you love will live close to you forever. It's true that people move all the time. And they survive ... I'm sure their friends do as well.
Each day this summer, I've focused on little moments. One day at a time. My heart aches ... some days worse than others. I wonder when I feel so bad, what do they feel like? Do they miss Pocatello and Chubbuck? Do they miss surprise dropbys to say hello? Do they miss family?
In the process of saying goodbye and having a few real good cries, I know that I've made other friends feel bad ... It is not intentional and I love you just as much. Truth be told, I am close to family and friends (shocker, I know). Those who I call my friends, I call family. I would do anything for any of you!
And so, as summer comes to a close, I look forward to wonderful times with all of you. I can't wait to try out Skype and come for visits. I can't wait to get to know all of my Pocatello friends a bit better.
But just a warning. If you decide to move away, it might just be hard for me to say goodbye!
Saturday, August 27, 2011
POKEMON SLEEP
To say that my kids love Pokemon is an understatement. After cleaning up the Bohney's house on Friday night, Kate fell asleep at the Beauchat's house like this:
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