National Dance Day was created by Nigel Lythgoe, executive producer and judge for the So You Think You Can Dance television series. Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, a long-time proponent of healthy lifestyles, introduced a National Dance Day resolution to promote dance education and physical fitness across the U.S.[1]
National Dance Day is an annual event and "grassroots initiative to encourage the nation, young and old, to move!" in the United States. This event occurs annually on the last Saturday of July. The first National Dance Day occurred on July 31, 2010, and the second annual event will occur on July 30, 2011[2].
On Season 8 of So You Think You Can Dance at the beginning of the first result show[3], Nigel announced that three choreographed routines would be posted online: an easy routine ("for people that aren't dancers, or are old, like me"), an intermediate routine, and a difficult routine. Nigel went on to encourage watchers to perform the routines in flash mobs, for charity, or "for whomever you like".
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Friday, July 29, 2011
Not sure if I can express how HOT it is here but wow Mariah was wishing for snow as we walked into the doctors office today. A cool front would be perfect right about now!! Mariah had an EKG today all did great, waiting for the results but the tech it looks normal. We are changing her meds and need to have this as a base line. Good meeting with Mariah doc this afternoon, Doug was with and we had a productive talk love that guy, he has helped us progress so far. Heading to downtown Durham for a visit with a friend, hope we sit inside.
Stay cool!
Stay cool!
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
I have been on a plan to exercise and eat right for 4 days and I have to say MY HIPS ARE SCREAMING! WHY? I am not sure but this is the part of my body that hurts the most. I had committed to exercise 3 times a week for a certain amount of time but have exceeded that time. I must confess that the one exercise that I truly want to do is dance...only one problem...I am embarrassed to say...I need a partner. I could ask my husband but he's to busy, I will think on it for a few day and let you know.
Kids are great Mariah is enjoying summer by staying up late and sleeping late with only gymnastics to do daily. Drew is doing his community service usually daily and working at the JCC and lots of basketball so we are busy.
Larry is not well and will have to stay in the hospital until Friday, Bille is on the road to recovery and Doug is tired from taking care of all of them and trying to take care of himself, he still has to give himself shots twice a day and eat certain food and take other medication so he has a plate full.
I have been preparing for school to start for the kids and for myself. I hate the the summer is going so quickly.
Hope everyone has a nice night.
Sweet dreams.
Kids are great Mariah is enjoying summer by staying up late and sleeping late with only gymnastics to do daily. Drew is doing his community service usually daily and working at the JCC and lots of basketball so we are busy.
Larry is not well and will have to stay in the hospital until Friday, Bille is on the road to recovery and Doug is tired from taking care of all of them and trying to take care of himself, he still has to give himself shots twice a day and eat certain food and take other medication so he has a plate full.
I have been preparing for school to start for the kids and for myself. I hate the the summer is going so quickly.
Hope everyone has a nice night.
Sweet dreams.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Stop and smell the....
I am just so pleased with myself. I have been on a plan to eat right and exercise and have almost finished 3 days and I have noticed as I walk in my neighborhood the different smells of flowers i wonder what they are I would like those planted in my yard. I notice the body oder of my kids after work outs from the gym and have a better appreciation of the smell they achieved from hard work and true passion. I often wonder if I will demand that they wear deordant but Drew has started. I notice the smell of my house and am always trying to achieve the aroma of freshness and hope that we do. The heat has been so bad here and it seems like some days are so hard to stop and smell much less breath but I am so thankful and blessed to be able to slow down and take time and smell the roses.
Monday, July 25, 2011
Home sweet Home!!
Florida was wonderful! I loved my time with Dawn and Mariah and hated as usual how quickly the time went. We woke up early this morning for our 8am flight and left the house at 615am. We were all three going to the airport because Dawn was flying to NYC at 830am so it all worked out great to go together. Just a little craziness when Mariah left the iphone in the cab and we were lucky that the guy came back to bring it to me. Mariah was a bit of a challenge and at times is an angle but at other times she is just awful. I was very proud of myself and kept me cool and really tried to have patience.
We arrived home grabbed some lunch and then took Drew to work. Mariah to the gym.
More to do...
We arrived home grabbed some lunch and then took Drew to work. Mariah to the gym.
More to do...
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Florida...
What an awesome trip we are having. We arrived yesterday after waking up so early and catching a 6am flight. We spent the day in the shop and Mariah was in her element with Debs cute dog Dorie, the stoning department and lots of activity. I went to lunch with Zach, Troy and Dawn, great Mexican food and fun company!! After work we went to get our toes done and for a little dinner and then home to chill. We watched international house hunters and they showed a couple looking in Sousa, Dominican Republic very interesting but not what I would have expected.
Today has been great I got to sleep in until 10am and then ate breakfast with Mariah and Dawn. We spent time in the pool and it was wonderful I loved swimming, and getting some sun. I didn't realize until after dinner that I got a bit to much SUN.
We are just hanging out now waiting for the storm to pass!
More to come!!
Today has been great I got to sleep in until 10am and then ate breakfast with Mariah and Dawn. We spent time in the pool and it was wonderful I loved swimming, and getting some sun. I didn't realize until after dinner that I got a bit to much SUN.
We are just hanging out now waiting for the storm to pass!
More to come!!
Friday, July 22, 2011
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Just sitting down for the day and it is almost 10pm. Where did the day go? Let me just give you a few highlights. I had a conference with Mariah's teacher at the Hill Center and heard about her progress. Dropped Drew for his day at Central Park School for Children. Picked Mariah up and went to look at the dental office she will go to on Thursday. Picked Drew up from CP and then his friend Maggie from Drivers Ed, went to our pastors house to get his 3 children and take them to the pool. Took all of the guest home and decided we need to keep a friend for Mariah to play. Got home and Drew changed for Basketball training and we went and dropped him off. The girls and I came home and they played while I prepared dinner. They played some more and then we took her home. WOW
SO we are back at it in the morning. Drew has to be at Central Park by 8ish and also has work at 3 tomorrow. This kid is amazing such a hard working, driven, determined, kind, caring, sweet, cute, fun, talented BOY and the list could go on.
We missed gym today for Mariah but she will be ready to go tomorrow.
Looking forward to the last day of summer school on Friday.
OH I booked my ticket to Arkansas so that I can go and move Omar into the dorm.
I love my life and really don't want the summer to end.
Good night....
SO we are back at it in the morning. Drew has to be at Central Park by 8ish and also has work at 3 tomorrow. This kid is amazing such a hard working, driven, determined, kind, caring, sweet, cute, fun, talented BOY and the list could go on.
We missed gym today for Mariah but she will be ready to go tomorrow.
Looking forward to the last day of summer school on Friday.
OH I booked my ticket to Arkansas so that I can go and move Omar into the dorm.
I love my life and really don't want the summer to end.
Good night....
Monday, July 18, 2011
North Carolina Skills Shootout
Saturday July 9th, 2011
Northern Durham High School
Durham, North Carolina
North Carolina Select vs. Wake County Basketball Association (WBCA)
In the first game of the Tournament, The first year program competed against one of
the most storied programs in North Carolina, The Wake County Basketball Association 18U team.
Fighting valiantly from the start of the game, out sized and undermanned
North Carolina Select battled down to the final buzzer before falling by two-points 45-43.
Combo Guard Haverty Matondo scored a side high 19 points and corralled 11 rebounds,
Combo Guard Andre Ruff scored 8 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, Wing Kerry Ivory scored
6 points and grabbed 9 rebounds, Point Guard Reggie Young had 8 assists and 6 Points to go
with 4 steals and Wing Drew Daffron finished with 8 points and 4 rebounds including going 2-3
from the three point line.
North Carolina Select v.s. Top Rank Seraphims
North Carolina Select faced off against Top Rank Seraphims in the second round
of the tournament, Top Rank came out agressively and jumped out to a 6 point lead.
North Carolina Select who was comparatively undersized battled all game and controlled
the boards for a period of time and battled back to tie the game at 24. Coming out of halftime,
Top Rank made a furious run to gain a 4 point lead then North Carolina Select went on a 9-0 run
to take a 5 point lead. A few costly turnovers by both sides allowed the Seraphims to creep back
into the game, in a close, intense battle that came right on down to the wire,
Top Rank Seraphims won by 2 points 41-39.
Combo guard Haverty Matondo had 17 points, 12 rebounds and 2 blocks,
Andre Ruff had 12 points, 8 rebounds and 2 steals, Drew Daffron finished with 5 points
(1-2 shooting from three,
Kerry Ivory had had 6 points and 9 rebounds along with
South Carolinian Guard Malik Ford notching his first basket in a North Carolina Select uniform.
North Carolina Select v.s. NC Courage AAU (18U)
In the final game, North Carolina Select jumped out to a 11-4 lead against NC Courage
in the games’ early minutes, However NC Courage battled back ,tied and eventually took
a lead that they would not relinquish for the rest of the game. North Carolina Select tired
from the grueling hard fought games earlier in the day eventually succumbed 60-42 to NC Courage.
Combo guard Andre Ruff led all scorers in the game with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 2 steals,
Haverty Matondo finished with 10 points and 9 rebounds, Reggie Young finished with 6 points
and 6 assists, Drew Daffron finished with 6 points (2-2 from Three), Wing Kerry Ivory finished
with 3 points and 5 rebounds and Guard Malik Ford finished with 4 points
(2-2 from the free throw line).
Once again we would like to say Thank you to “The Select Few” who consistently support our
program irregardless of the score or statistical outcome. Stay Tuned for weekly updates
on our programs progress. Blessings and Continued Success
Saturday July 9th, 2011
Northern Durham High School
Durham, North Carolina
North Carolina Select vs. Wake County Basketball Association (WBCA)
In the first game of the Tournament, The first year program competed against one of
the most storied programs in North Carolina, The Wake County Basketball Association 18U team.
Fighting valiantly from the start of the game, out sized and undermanned
North Carolina Select battled down to the final buzzer before falling by two-points 45-43.
Combo Guard Haverty Matondo scored a side high 19 points and corralled 11 rebounds,
Combo Guard Andre Ruff scored 8 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, Wing Kerry Ivory scored
6 points and grabbed 9 rebounds, Point Guard Reggie Young had 8 assists and 6 Points to go
with 4 steals and Wing Drew Daffron finished with 8 points and 4 rebounds including going 2-3
from the three point line.
North Carolina Select v.s. Top Rank Seraphims
North Carolina Select faced off against Top Rank Seraphims in the second round
of the tournament, Top Rank came out agressively and jumped out to a 6 point lead.
North Carolina Select who was comparatively undersized battled all game and controlled
the boards for a period of time and battled back to tie the game at 24. Coming out of halftime,
Top Rank made a furious run to gain a 4 point lead then North Carolina Select went on a 9-0 run
to take a 5 point lead. A few costly turnovers by both sides allowed the Seraphims to creep back
into the game, in a close, intense battle that came right on down to the wire,
Top Rank Seraphims won by 2 points 41-39.
Combo guard Haverty Matondo had 17 points, 12 rebounds and 2 blocks,
Andre Ruff had 12 points, 8 rebounds and 2 steals, Drew Daffron finished with 5 points
(1-2 shooting from three,
Kerry Ivory had had 6 points and 9 rebounds along with
South Carolinian Guard Malik Ford notching his first basket in a North Carolina Select uniform.
North Carolina Select v.s. NC Courage AAU (18U)
In the final game, North Carolina Select jumped out to a 11-4 lead against NC Courage
in the games’ early minutes, However NC Courage battled back ,tied and eventually took
a lead that they would not relinquish for the rest of the game. North Carolina Select tired
from the grueling hard fought games earlier in the day eventually succumbed 60-42 to NC Courage.
Combo guard Andre Ruff led all scorers in the game with 13 points, 8 rebounds and 2 steals,
Haverty Matondo finished with 10 points and 9 rebounds, Reggie Young finished with 6 points
and 6 assists, Drew Daffron finished with 6 points (2-2 from Three), Wing Kerry Ivory finished
with 3 points and 5 rebounds and Guard Malik Ford finished with 4 points
(2-2 from the free throw line).
Once again we would like to say Thank you to “The Select Few” who consistently support our
program irregardless of the score or statistical outcome. Stay Tuned for weekly updates
on our programs progress. Blessings and Continued Success
Just home from the DMV...funny story I texted Doug that I was at the dmv with Drew and it corrected the dmv with the word dump!!! I laughed so hard that is the complete truth you wait in a long line and sit in school desks to be called.. but a moms gotta do what a moms gotta do. Drew took the written test on Friday and missed 1 more that he was allowed...Your allowed to miss 5 he missed 6 so we had to go back. I got him up and out by 830am and it was still crowded but the good news is that Drew made a 100% he didn't miss any questions. YEAH so now we drive with him for a year and next July 19 he will go for the driving portion of the test.
The guy was very serious with Drew and explained how diving had cost the lives of 9 teenagers in the triangle just in the last 9 WEEKS! I pray that God watches over Drew and all children and that they are accident free. Mariah is going to the dentist this week and I may be going to the mental hospital! She suffers from anxiety and is so stressed about the appointment that just happens to be on my birthday..I know I so like to torture myself! Today we are stopping by the dental office after school so she can just check it out. She told me that she needs to see the dentist so she can tell him that he can't use a drill..
Wish me luck.
The guy was very serious with Drew and explained how diving had cost the lives of 9 teenagers in the triangle just in the last 9 WEEKS! I pray that God watches over Drew and all children and that they are accident free. Mariah is going to the dentist this week and I may be going to the mental hospital! She suffers from anxiety and is so stressed about the appointment that just happens to be on my birthday..I know I so like to torture myself! Today we are stopping by the dental office after school so she can just check it out. She told me that she needs to see the dentist so she can tell him that he can't use a drill..
Wish me luck.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
SO tomorrow Drew is going to take the test for his driving permit. Just happened upon this and wanted to post.
Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teens and that risk climbs even higher during the summer months. More free time, relaxed parental curfews, and less supervision overall combine to create a higher risk for teen driving accidents and deaths when school is out. In 2009, more teens died in the months of July and August than any other months of the year. Below are 10 key safety tips to help your teen stay safe on the road during the summer.
1. Buckle up. Compared with other age groups, teens have the lowest rate of seat belt use and the majority of teens involved in fatal crashes are unbelted.
2. Put down the phone. Sixteen percent of all teen drivers involved in fatal crashes are distracted. Texting or talking on the phone combined with the inexperience of a teen driver is a recipe for disaster.
3. Limit passengers. Don’t let your teen’s vehicle be the party bus.
4. Slow it down. Parents are the biggest influence on how teens drive. Teen crashes are more likely to involve speeding, especially with male drivers. Make sure your teen knows that driving above the speed limit can lead to a ticket (which they should pay for), insurance rate increase, or even a deadly crash.
5. Don’t drink and drive.
6. Don't drive at night.
7. Turn it down. Teens love to listen to music, but it’s important to be able to hear the road noises around you. Also, make sure your teen does not drive with headphones on. Encourage them to turn off the radio and focus on the road.
8. Don’t drive when you don’t have to. If the weather is bad or your teen is tired or upset, don’t let them drive.
9. Wear comfortable, functional clothing.
10. Make sure your teen has a safe and well-maintained car.
Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teens and that risk climbs even higher during the summer months. More free time, relaxed parental curfews, and less supervision overall combine to create a higher risk for teen driving accidents and deaths when school is out. In 2009, more teens died in the months of July and August than any other months of the year. Below are 10 key safety tips to help your teen stay safe on the road during the summer.
1. Buckle up. Compared with other age groups, teens have the lowest rate of seat belt use and the majority of teens involved in fatal crashes are unbelted.
2. Put down the phone. Sixteen percent of all teen drivers involved in fatal crashes are distracted. Texting or talking on the phone combined with the inexperience of a teen driver is a recipe for disaster.
3. Limit passengers. Don’t let your teen’s vehicle be the party bus.
4. Slow it down. Parents are the biggest influence on how teens drive. Teen crashes are more likely to involve speeding, especially with male drivers. Make sure your teen knows that driving above the speed limit can lead to a ticket (which they should pay for), insurance rate increase, or even a deadly crash.
5. Don’t drink and drive.
6. Don't drive at night.
7. Turn it down. Teens love to listen to music, but it’s important to be able to hear the road noises around you. Also, make sure your teen does not drive with headphones on. Encourage them to turn off the radio and focus on the road.
8. Don’t drive when you don’t have to. If the weather is bad or your teen is tired or upset, don’t let them drive.
9. Wear comfortable, functional clothing.
10. Make sure your teen has a safe and well-maintained car.
I am enjoying a weekend with Drew. Doug and Mariah are still away and Drew and I have gone for basketball practice-game. sushi supermarket, chilling at home, church, mexican with friend and more basketball. Drew has friend over now and the house is quiet and calm. I have meetings tonight and the week is already full with the kids schedule. Drew is doing alot of community service this week and a bit of work.
I am thinking we should take a trip to the beach. I need a vacation.
I am thinking we should take a trip to the beach. I need a vacation.
Friday, July 15, 2011
Yesterday was another crazy day.I took Drew early for a work out with is basketball trainer and when I picked him up he didn't feel very well so I told him have a shower and relax. I get a text that he is throwing up and has a awful headache so I go home to get him liquid and see what up. I encouraged him to attend his last day of drivers ed and he was feeling awful and had been vomiting more...he went and they had to stop so that he could puke on the side of the road, he called and told me and I was on my way to get him he calls me and says that after he puked the last time he felt so much better and could do the drivers ed test. Thank goodness he finished and passed his course.
On another note Omar is going for his appointment for his visa Monday so i have been running around sending him documents and trying to work out his scholarship and school stuff. I always say its never boring when your hanging with us.
Mariah had gymnastics and we tried to dye her hair blue, thank God it didn't work I think her hair is to dark.
Doug is back in action and seems to be on the road to recovery, I would love to hang with him and catch up but life is to busy now.
I was at the airport earlier picking up a lady from St Louis who he may hire to live with and take care of Mom. Doug is the best son a parent could ever ask for I pray that Drew is the same.
Doug, Mariah, Billie Jean and Jill are all staying at the Washington Duke Inn for the weekend and I am hanging with Drew and taking him to his tournament so I may get to catch up on some rest!
Happy Friday
PS Sorry about the huge photos I will try and learn how to shrink.
On another note Omar is going for his appointment for his visa Monday so i have been running around sending him documents and trying to work out his scholarship and school stuff. I always say its never boring when your hanging with us.
Mariah had gymnastics and we tried to dye her hair blue, thank God it didn't work I think her hair is to dark.
Doug is back in action and seems to be on the road to recovery, I would love to hang with him and catch up but life is to busy now.
I was at the airport earlier picking up a lady from St Louis who he may hire to live with and take care of Mom. Doug is the best son a parent could ever ask for I pray that Drew is the same.
Doug, Mariah, Billie Jean and Jill are all staying at the Washington Duke Inn for the weekend and I am hanging with Drew and taking him to his tournament so I may get to catch up on some rest!
Happy Friday
PS Sorry about the huge photos I will try and learn how to shrink.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Drew
Well I don't know if many people read this but I know my mom loves to blog it's kinda like twitter but longer if you get what I'm saying. As many of you know I'm into basketball and apparently I'm a pretty good shooter too, I hit 8 3 pointers last tournament so i feel pretty confident with myself. I passed the driving part of drivers Ed even though I had to get out of the car in the middle of the road because I'm pretty sick. Well I don't know what else to say but I do want to try to add photos so let's see if this will work... I'll blog later but you guys can follow me on twitter @drewdaff34
Doug was diagnosed with DVT and has to give himself 2 shots per day for a week and take blood thinner. He also has to wrap his leg and if sitting get up to walk every 20 minutes. Just what he needs more to do on his daily list.
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis?
Deep vein thrombosis (throm-BO-sis), or DVT, is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body. Blood clots occur when blood thickens and clumps together.
Most deep vein blood clots occur in the lower leg or thigh. They also can occur in other parts of the body.
A blood clot in a deep vein can break off and travel through the bloodstream. The loose clot is called an embolus. When the clot travels to the lungs and blocks blood flow, the condition is called pulmonary embolism (PULL-mun-ary EM-bo-lizm), or PE.
Today is the last day of Drivers Ed for Drew and he will be able to go and take the test for his permit.
I have to die Mariah's hair blue today not looking forward to this task but will do so in an effort to please her.
Cheers to you on this beautiful Thursday..It feels wonderful outside now!
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis?
Deep vein thrombosis (throm-BO-sis), or DVT, is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body. Blood clots occur when blood thickens and clumps together.
Most deep vein blood clots occur in the lower leg or thigh. They also can occur in other parts of the body.
A blood clot in a deep vein can break off and travel through the bloodstream. The loose clot is called an embolus. When the clot travels to the lungs and blocks blood flow, the condition is called pulmonary embolism (PULL-mun-ary EM-bo-lizm), or PE.
Today is the last day of Drivers Ed for Drew and he will be able to go and take the test for his permit.
I have to die Mariah's hair blue today not looking forward to this task but will do so in an effort to please her.
Cheers to you on this beautiful Thursday..It feels wonderful outside now!
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Hospital visit for Doug...
As I type tonight Doug is being admitted to Duke for a blood clot in his leg. The leg from the knee down is swollen red and hot. I am not sure what the treatment plan is but should hear something soon.
Lets pray that the clot disappears and that he has a speedy recovery.
He has had a hectic day!!
Lets pray that the clot disappears and that he has a speedy recovery.
He has had a hectic day!!
Sleeping.
I feel like I am short on sleep this morning. As I sit downstairs and type this post I hear Drew up in his room coughing and when I dropped Mariah at school she told me don't forget my throat hurts. Well i also have a sore throat and my body is achey I feel the need to go back to sleep. Yesterday was packed with lots of stuff but I am hoping today is a bit easier. I have to run Drew and Mariah to there events and do some grocery shopping but that is about it. Well maybe not I want to get into the studio and dance for a bit today and thought I would teach Drew a lesson he doesn't know it but i'm thinking this would be a perfect day for a dance lesson it is suppose to be really hot here today and the news was advising folks of how to stay cool so what better place to go than and AIR CONDITIONED FRED ASTAIRE DANCE STUDIO!!!
I only have short amount of time left of summer break and want to accomplish a few more project, lets see if I can do it.
I'll finish my coffer and ponder getting started.
Have a blessed day!!
I only have short amount of time left of summer break and want to accomplish a few more project, lets see if I can do it.
I'll finish my coffer and ponder getting started.
Have a blessed day!!
Monday, July 11, 2011
On your mark get set ....
GO! We are off to another week of summer school for Mariah, she only has 2 weeks remaining and then she will have a 3 week break before we start back to Cresset. Drew has work today, Wednesday and Friday. Drivers Ed Monday - Thursday and basketball practice almost everyday. We have another tournament this weekend and it will be at the same location so we should get ready to sweat!!! Mariah is back into the gym this week training 12 hours Monday-Thursday and Doug is at a seminar all week. Im the driver and personal assistant for all of them and it is a busy tough job.
Did I mention that the 5 guys that stayed over went to church with us and all wore Drews clothes I couldn't believe it we dressed all those picky guys and they looked good now the fun part is to wash all the laundry from all the boys sleepover, church outing, swimming excursion and more.
Drew had a basketball practice and it was so hot and I was sweating just sitting there..Drew did a great job and held his own but when we left he took his shirt off and went to wring it and a good amount of water came out..Crazy!!
ok gotta run to get some things finished before I have to pick Mariah.
More move to come!!
Did I mention that the 5 guys that stayed over went to church with us and all wore Drews clothes I couldn't believe it we dressed all those picky guys and they looked good now the fun part is to wash all the laundry from all the boys sleepover, church outing, swimming excursion and more.
Drew had a basketball practice and it was so hot and I was sweating just sitting there..Drew did a great job and held his own but when we left he took his shirt off and went to wring it and a good amount of water came out..Crazy!!
ok gotta run to get some things finished before I have to pick Mariah.
More move to come!!
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Sunday service
I was blessed to be able to go to church this morning with 5 young men and 1 young lady. The service was great and Mariah chose to be a challenge this Sunday. She tests me to the limits and I pray that God gives me wisdom, guidance, patience, understanding, perseverance and abundant amount of love to continue to raise her. I don't know if I have voiced it much while blogging how difficult it and has been to parent Mariah, we have a never ending love for her but I will not lie it is tough. I could have an entire blog about raising institutionalized children and wish I had been informed. I live and learn.
We had Mexican food for lunch and it was the first time that 2 of guys from Drews team had been to a authentic Mexican restaurant and do they decided to just order what Drew had, they said they enjoyed there lunch. Great kids love being around them.
They are now at the pool I forgot to ask who know how to swim so I am praying that Drew keeps an eye out for them and puts his lifeguarding skils to use if necessary.
Mariah is taking a break and missed the pool time but I hope this is a lesson to remember that her behavior is rewarded when she makes good positive choices.
BTW just looked in on her and she is fast asleep, hopefully dreaming about the sweet, kind, caring, calm, understanding girl I know she can and will be.
As the world turns...
We had Mexican food for lunch and it was the first time that 2 of guys from Drews team had been to a authentic Mexican restaurant and do they decided to just order what Drew had, they said they enjoyed there lunch. Great kids love being around them.
They are now at the pool I forgot to ask who know how to swim so I am praying that Drew keeps an eye out for them and puts his lifeguarding skils to use if necessary.
Mariah is taking a break and missed the pool time but I hope this is a lesson to remember that her behavior is rewarded when she makes good positive choices.
BTW just looked in on her and she is fast asleep, hopefully dreaming about the sweet, kind, caring, calm, understanding girl I know she can and will be.
As the world turns...
Watch #8 he's a shooter....
#8 my friends is the one and only Drew Daffron!!! What a long fun filled day! NC Select played 3 games in total yesterday and did a great job falling short of any wins but oh so close. We have a small team consisting of 6 players and Drew has only been playing with them for 3 weeks this was our 2nd tournament and I love this team, the coach and the parents. I will publish the press-release when it comes on line but all the games were exciting and I was totally exhausted from my nerves and the heat in the gym I felt like I had play 3 games full out. Drew continues to improve taking and making more and more shots, his confidence is growing and the most important thing to me is that he appears to be so happy!
We had the team over for a sleepover and they are still asleep as I type, I decided to sleep on the sofa because Mariah was sleeping with Drew, this was a good choice for many reasons but the 1 reason didn't dawn on me until I heard a couple of the guys quietly go out the front door..aha
Mariah attended the second game with me and could not sit in one place for 30 seconds so needless to say I was thankful to be able to watch the 3rd game in peace because found a babysitter to watch her so that we could go together.
I really never dreamed I would be a sports Mom going to all the games, cheering and so into it but its Drews passion and so has become my passion for this season of my life.
I love my kids so stinking much.
Gotta run to say by to a few kids and get the others moving and ready for church.
We had the team over for a sleepover and they are still asleep as I type, I decided to sleep on the sofa because Mariah was sleeping with Drew, this was a good choice for many reasons but the 1 reason didn't dawn on me until I heard a couple of the guys quietly go out the front door..aha
Mariah attended the second game with me and could not sit in one place for 30 seconds so needless to say I was thankful to be able to watch the 3rd game in peace because found a babysitter to watch her so that we could go together.
I really never dreamed I would be a sports Mom going to all the games, cheering and so into it but its Drews passion and so has become my passion for this season of my life.
I love my kids so stinking much.
Gotta run to say by to a few kids and get the others moving and ready for church.
Saturday, July 9, 2011
The Weekend...
I will always dislike how fast the time is going as I am getting older. I so wish that there was a pause button that I could push to just totally stop and smell the roses or I should say pasta that I just finished cooking for my favorite guy and gal.
Drew worked a long shift yesterday at the J and we got his shirts for basketball and ran home to make dinner. I threw together some mean tacos and Drew and I chowed down. Mariah and her picky self opted for mac and cheese.
Drew had is annual physical yesterday morning and his vision is 20/15 so the boy can see and see really well. The doctor gave him an inhaler and we hope it helps his cough and breathing, this cold has been a pain. Drew asked Dr.Betty how tall she thought he was going to be and she said 6 foot and he said stop playing i'm 5 8 and 3/4 now I am gonna be taller just you wait.
We were out of the house at 730am headed to Northern High School for a basketball tournament. The game started at 830 and the guys had not time to warm up or get ready it felt like the DR a bit with the hurry up and wait. They played a good game and only lost by 1 point. Drew scored 2 3 pointer and the 2nd one was at the end of the game buzzer. We finished at 10ish and came home so that I could make lunch and the kids could chill. Mariah is napping now and does not want to go back for another game but Im hoping with a little power nap she will be renewed and ready to go and cheer her brother and his team on. If not it will be a long game for me. We have to be back soon so I better finish a few chores and get our things together.
Im into blogging and will be back with the results of the game and update you on my sanity later today or night.
Drew worked a long shift yesterday at the J and we got his shirts for basketball and ran home to make dinner. I threw together some mean tacos and Drew and I chowed down. Mariah and her picky self opted for mac and cheese.
Drew had is annual physical yesterday morning and his vision is 20/15 so the boy can see and see really well. The doctor gave him an inhaler and we hope it helps his cough and breathing, this cold has been a pain. Drew asked Dr.Betty how tall she thought he was going to be and she said 6 foot and he said stop playing i'm 5 8 and 3/4 now I am gonna be taller just you wait.
We were out of the house at 730am headed to Northern High School for a basketball tournament. The game started at 830 and the guys had not time to warm up or get ready it felt like the DR a bit with the hurry up and wait. They played a good game and only lost by 1 point. Drew scored 2 3 pointer and the 2nd one was at the end of the game buzzer. We finished at 10ish and came home so that I could make lunch and the kids could chill. Mariah is napping now and does not want to go back for another game but Im hoping with a little power nap she will be renewed and ready to go and cheer her brother and his team on. If not it will be a long game for me. We have to be back soon so I better finish a few chores and get our things together.
Im into blogging and will be back with the results of the game and update you on my sanity later today or night.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Drew Daffron Driving....
Who would of thought that my baby would grow up so fast and actually be driving. Drew had his first day of driving for his drivers ed class yesterday and thought he did ok...he said that he was really scared with the girl that is driving with him..it was her first time to drive and Drew said she had a difficult time and the instructor yelled a l o t .... glad i was not there. He is driving now and it looks like its going to rain, the sky is gray and I hear thunder, we had a storm here yesterday but Drew missed it when he was driving because he was in another part of the area. Thank Goodness.
Mariah is really enjoying her week of not gymnastic she works so hard and spends so much time improving her skills but a break can bring a needed relief. She has been hanging with the neighbors and loves to be with them.
I received a report from the school she is attending and they are telling me she is doing a great job. I was a bit disappointed to hear that reading and writing levels are low but we will keep working and put lots of time, effort and money into her education.
I dont know if I have ever blogged about hating to figure out what to make for dinner. So hard and hate to make that decision. EZ meals is helpful but it gets old to.
closing for now....more soon
Mariah is really enjoying her week of not gymnastic she works so hard and spends so much time improving her skills but a break can bring a needed relief. She has been hanging with the neighbors and loves to be with them.
I received a report from the school she is attending and they are telling me she is doing a great job. I was a bit disappointed to hear that reading and writing levels are low but we will keep working and put lots of time, effort and money into her education.
I dont know if I have ever blogged about hating to figure out what to make for dinner. So hard and hate to make that decision. EZ meals is helpful but it gets old to.
closing for now....more soon
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Weekend to Wednesday..
We had a quiet weekend..Doug was busy clearing out the storage and camping on the hill behind the studio. He stayed alone on Sat night and with Mariah on Sunday night. I really dont know how he does it..no running water, electricity, toilet, and sleeping in a tent with the outside elements is just not my cup of tea. Drew had to work on Sat and them we drove his friend half way to the beach to meet his mom oh no maybe that was Sunday all my days are coming together. July 4th Drew worked but got to leave early because of the awful storms. we had Outback for dinner and watched a movie.
Drew started feeling bad on Monday with a sore throat and lots of flu like symptoms so i took him to the doctor yesterday for a strep test and they weighted him my baby boy is 5 8" tall and weighs 165 pounds. He is going today for his first day of the DRIVING part of Drivers ED..wow oh wow where is the time going?? He is feeling better and will also head into work after driving.
Mariah and I went with the boys to the Museum again on Saturday so much fun but crazy HOT. She still is in Hill center for the next couple of weeks but has a break from the gym this week. We had the opportunity to go to Hope Reigns again today and she was so happy and pleased with her time with Ester she scooped the poop, brushed the horse and saddled her up and went for a ride then put the saddle and things away and brushed her got water to cool her down and walked to cool her off. The program is amazing and we are blessed to have been given this chance for Mariah to be part of it. So much love and peace can be felt as soon as you step out of your car!
I miss the beach...gotta figure out a way to visit soon!!
Hope your 4th was celebrated with good friends and family and that peace and independence and Gods love are with you always!
Drew started feeling bad on Monday with a sore throat and lots of flu like symptoms so i took him to the doctor yesterday for a strep test and they weighted him my baby boy is 5 8" tall and weighs 165 pounds. He is going today for his first day of the DRIVING part of Drivers ED..wow oh wow where is the time going?? He is feeling better and will also head into work after driving.
Mariah and I went with the boys to the Museum again on Saturday so much fun but crazy HOT. She still is in Hill center for the next couple of weeks but has a break from the gym this week. We had the opportunity to go to Hope Reigns again today and she was so happy and pleased with her time with Ester she scooped the poop, brushed the horse and saddled her up and went for a ride then put the saddle and things away and brushed her got water to cool her down and walked to cool her off. The program is amazing and we are blessed to have been given this chance for Mariah to be part of it. So much love and peace can be felt as soon as you step out of your car!
I miss the beach...gotta figure out a way to visit soon!!
Hope your 4th was celebrated with good friends and family and that peace and independence and Gods love are with you always!
Saturday, July 2, 2011
Pay check for Drew!
I am happy to report that Drew received his first paycheck yesterday. The total was approx. 191.00 dollars after taxes were taken out and we went straight to SunTrust and opened a checking account. Drew decided to celebrate by going to Quizmos and a movie with a friend and Doug. They saw Transformers and seemed to think it was good. After a long day at the museum Mariah and I just hung out at home and chilled.
Today we spent the majority of the day at the North Carolina Museum of Life and Science....Great time for all. Drew and his buddy had a blast, Mariah had a super time and I enjoyed myself even if it was so blazing hot.
We have just finished having a wonderful dinner with grilled steaks and the boys have arrived home from the pool.
Summer life is the best!
Today we spent the majority of the day at the North Carolina Museum of Life and Science....Great time for all. Drew and his buddy had a blast, Mariah had a super time and I enjoyed myself even if it was so blazing hot.
We have just finished having a wonderful dinner with grilled steaks and the boys have arrived home from the pool.
Summer life is the best!
Friday, July 1, 2011
Blog new attire...
Slow down summer I don't want you to go so fast!!! July 1 I feel like we were just getting out of school yesterday...The weekend is almost here and I started early again this am..Doug is getting to sleep in and I took Drews DR friend to Drivers Ed, Mariah to school and Drew to work, made some coffee and a bit of laundry and its only 930am.
Drew is so sore from his 3+ hour workout last night and Mariah is complaining about being so sore from her conditioning. I wish I know what the right amount of pushing should be..raising kids is so hard and I truly wish they came with a manual.
I have been clipping coupons for about 2 months and really happy with my savings...lets see how long my staying power goes or last for. We have to keep it up.
I would love to start post more with photos so I have to get my act together and learn how to use the iphone and posting photos.
Heres wishing you and yours a very Happy 4th and a big GOD BLESS AMERICA to all!!
Drew is so sore from his 3+ hour workout last night and Mariah is complaining about being so sore from her conditioning. I wish I know what the right amount of pushing should be..raising kids is so hard and I truly wish they came with a manual.
I have been clipping coupons for about 2 months and really happy with my savings...lets see how long my staying power goes or last for. We have to keep it up.
I would love to start post more with photos so I have to get my act together and learn how to use the iphone and posting photos.
Heres wishing you and yours a very Happy 4th and a big GOD BLESS AMERICA to all!!
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