gymnastics, cold weather, and college

Fun busy weekend. Mariah and 3 friends set a world record by taking part in a Hand Stand moment to set the world record for the most people doing hand stands at the same time. I will post a photo soon.

Drew had his last day of work on Saturday and the temp do not leave the 60's for sure not pool weather.

Drew is still on restriction for his movie adventure and is a really good sport about the whole scene. Parenting is the hardest thing ever and I question myself often.

Had a crazy week and melt down last week over Mariah wearing a bra and considering the possibilities of homeschooling both kids. Still thinking and researching so the answer is still unknown.

I coached the varsity soccer team Friday night and learned alot about myself and my abilities. The game was so physical and I thought I missed the memo and for got our American football PADS and we brought the wrong balls. We had lots of angles looking over us and are thankful for only minor injuries.

Doug was away in New York and Myrtle Beach until Sunday and I must admit how nice it is to have him home to help. I love him to bits and miss him so much when he is away.

Doug is going back to school starting this Friday. Now I will have to supervise 3 students and make sure all 3 are getting there work done and are making good grades.

Class is going great at Duke, lots of changes in the department which are good but the bottom line ....love my students.

cheers to u and yours

Remember...

I remember this day 10 years ago, I was at a meeting for the auction of Duke School For Children, Drew was at school and enjoying his kindergarden day. I remember someone saying something awful had happened and we went downstairs to look at the tv I was speechless and chose to leave immediately. I called the school to check and make sure all was ok and went home to literally sit in front of the television, I was so close I could reach out and touch it. i stayed glued to the tv until it was time to go to the studio and pick up Drew. I don't remember what we did after that but I kept the tv off when Drew was in the room or area I didn't want him to see or hear the media, I wanted to explain and discuss all the details he was interested in for a little 5 year olds mind.
What i'm doing this morning besides taking some time to blog is thinking about my drive to the airport to drop Doug off for his work trip to New York. He was reminding me of important things and I kept thinking in my mind is it really necessary to fly today September 11, 2011? As I type the plan should be departing for JFK and my prayer is that he is safe and arrives feeling a peace and calmness around him. After I dropped him I thought I was going to come back home and go back to sleep like I usually do but I had to much on my mind so I headed to Dunkin Doughnuts got a large coffee and some doughnuts for the kids when they wake up and headed home, the day is beautiful and it feels wonderful outside now. We are going to church and then for lunch, Drew has basketball training and I will finally get my washer and dryer delivered. Tonight will be some type of remembrance service at church so I plan on attending.
Prayers for a peaceful day for all>>>

Brother and Sister...

Chuckie Cheese Girls :-)

Our Yard!

Not sure why some of my posts are missing but will look into this. I have started teaching again and have more classes than usual. Lots of students and a feeling that I am going to have a great semester. The first day of class was Monday and I had some interesting events, one guys came in his speedos and with out shoes...I was confused thinking he was taking a class in the pool but much to my surprise he was enrolled in Social Dance and just got confused on the dress code... I told him he had to go put some clothes on and he returned in his pajama pants perfect I can work with this. I also played a bit of charades with my asian population in trying to describe and explain slack, dress pants and dress shoes, loafers, I passed the test because they arrived with proper footwear yesterday!!
I taught SHAG yesterday or should I say introduced the basic not positive how many students will remember on Monday but a funny time was when a girl thought that I was explain Shag as a SLUT dance when I was saying SLOT dance, we laughed alot and I made a mental not that I have to speak clearly as English is not the first language for alot of my kids.
Looking at my class I could not believe that in 3 short years Drew will be on his way to college and i'm trying to prepare him. He has a strong schedule this year and teachers expectations are high which I appreciate but can you tell me why Chemistry has to be my new enemy wow I am trying and focusing on helping him in all the ways that I can, praying that God sees us through and trying to remember this is a school course and not life devastating. On another note he has a tutor that is super, i'm ordering him a smart-pen to help with note taking and lectures. We have a goal for the course and that is to finish with a B and I am determined, let the games begin!!
Excited about a friend from the DR that will arrive tonight and be staying for a few weeks, she will be hanging and helping and we are looking forward to having her.
Its time to get ready for class, I have my Latin dance this AM. Happy to put a few thoughts to words.