Valentine Creations

This year, we had not two, but three sets of Valentines to think about - a first for this family! Caiden went the easy route and bought Valentine cards this year. Sports-themed, of course! His sisters, however, wanted to make their own again. And, I really enjoy helping them. We found some cute ideas! Cambry went with the glow sticks, and Delaney preferred the bunnies (made from her fingerprints). It seemed to fit her since she seems to like everything bunny these days! Delaney had her pre-school party today and she was so excited to open up her bag of treats at home! We read through the cards and sorted out the candy after lunch - Valentine's Day was a big hit for her and we haven't even gotten to the actual day yet!

Tomorrow - the main event - I'm in charge of Cambry's 2nd grade party at school. She helped me get the craft ready today - "love bugs!" I think they are super-cute and I hope the kids like them!

Craft kits assembled!

As for Chelan and me? Well, Valentine's Day and my birthday are usually a two-for-one deal. He says he has plans for us tomorrow night that did involve ordering tickets and will include dressing up! This is highly unusual, so I'm curious, and excited, and anxious all at the same time. I don't really do well with surprises - I'm a planner! However, it is a huge deal to me that he planned an evening out for us - ahead of time! I think November 2 was the last time it was just him and me. I plan to cherish the evening!

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Pre-Christmas Surprise

On Dec. 22, I woke up to Caiden not feeling well. In fact, he said he hadn't ever felt the kind of pain he was experiencing that morning. Reluctantly, I made an appointment. Long story, short - it was good he complained because he ended up having his appendix out that afternoon! It must have been at the very beginning stages and thankfully hadn't burst. So, we were in and out of the hospital by midnight that night. Maybe the worst part about the whole thing is that his wisdom teeth surgery had to be postponed since it was supposed to be the very next week. He'll go back to school minus an appendix, but still having his wisdom teeth until February 16! Pre-op Post-op

Spring Art

While Mrs. Schmidt was away on maternity leave during the spring, Mr. Novak (from Hesston) filled in for her. Since Cambry has her first 3 class periods in the art room, she got to know him very well and he mentioned several times how he appreciated Cambry's artistic style and way of thinking. He even let her paint a little bit on his own pieces! Cambry took several pieces to the WSL art festival in April. She came home with a first place finish in the graphic design category and an honorable mention in the computer design category. We are so thankful for the instruction she has received over the last 4 years in Goessel. Now, on to Hesston College with Professor Cross!

July Highlights

July was a slow, meandering stroll through mid-summer. Slow as it was, there were some highlights: Lots of raspberries to pick - what a delight! Kenya continues to grow and learn how to take walks: Delaney loved her week at Camp Menno! Delaney and Jenna attended the KSU Volleyball camp: All 5 of us were in the SAME place at the SAME time to attend a beautiful wedding! Cambry found success at the Marion Co. Fair one last time with 4 purples and 1 red on her photos. Two of those purples turned into a Reserve Grand Champion and Grand Champion in her respective classes. Fun fact, as an assistant, she sat with her future art professor as he judged photos! Delaney and I were "guest readers" at the little kids' Splish Splash Party at church: Last but not least - the Paris Olympics started! We watched the opening ceremony at Vanessa's. I took an olympic flag fruit pizza to share with everyone: Next up: a busy month of transitions!

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