Connor's Moving on Breakfast

Today was Connor's Moving On Breakfast. He was a Tiger Tamer this year which meant every three weeks he would monitor the halls and then help out with different things going on. I caught him in action this morning.
I was on the breakfast committee and was able to help set up and decorate and put together Connor's class memory book pages.

The 6th graders are escorted to their seats by a faculty member.

Pete was able to come for a few minutes and got to talk to Connor a little.
We had a chance to take pictures with some friends.

And some teachers Connor has had... 1st grade

3rd grade...

this year...

and then they called each of the students up and read a few things that they learned this year....


We're so proud of you Connor!

Through my eyes....

An educational blog entry tonight. Starting in kindergarten, when my finger painting masterpiece included an orange sun, purple cows and brown grass, I have often been asked what I see (more commonly known as the "What color is that?" game). It's interesting that the game hasn't changed much over the years. I've always struggled to explain it, because, well, I don't know what everyone else sees. For example, the pictures below look identical to me (which also made this posting entertaining for Julie as I had to constantly ask her which was which as I moved the pictures around).












I happened to come across a cool website that shows what I and other color blind folks see. I had to test the site out on Julie to make sure it wasn't someone just yanking me around. I knew it was good when she started to say, "Aah, I'm sorry. No wonder you don't like fireworks." Check out the link below to see a few more pictures of the difference between what you see and what I see. There are some examples of what less impacted color blind people see too. Anyways, thought it was interesting.

Julie says the picture below illustrates why you shouldn't want to drive with me. I don't get it....













http://colorvisiontesting.com/what%20colorblind%20people%20see.htm

A trip to Crescent City

We traveled to Crescent City for my dad's 75th birthday. These are a couple of pictures of the road. It is a beautiful drive but it is very curvy. It was through the curves that Pete and I were able to overhear a car conversation between Connor and Courtney. It went something like this... Courtney,"Hey Connor, I was watching a movie where the man bent his bride almost all the way to the floor and her hair was touching the ground and he kissed her. It was so romanic! Are you going to do that with your bride? Connor,"Yeah , maybe I will." Court,"And I'm going to have dancing too." Connor," Yeah, a lot of dancing." Court," It is so romanic!" Mom," ROMANTIC." Mal,"Yeah, romanTIC" Mom," It's okay leave her alone." Connor," I'm just a little embarrassed. Mom,"Why?" Court,"Because he has a crush on Amanda, and I know!" Connor," Well I just really liked her. She was always a good friend." Court."She's moved on!" I guess it goes to show you that curvy road are conducive to fun conversations.

Saturday morning was pretty cold. It was pretty sad because it was about 90 at home but it was worth the trip. The harbor was across the street from the motel that we stayed in and we took some pictures.

Mallory had gone with Aunt Susie to pick out the doughnuts for breakfast so she missed the photo op. We got out to Mom and Dad's had yummy doughnuts and started getting ready for Dad's party. Courtney and Dad watched cartoons together for a little while.

The girls always have fun seeing the neighbors across the street from Mom and Dad's.
We took the kids to the beach for a quick trip before the party.


These are some Redwood trees that we drive through to get home. Not the best picture but they are big!This is a picture of the Smith river. I love the way the river looks.Happy Birthday Dad!
From all of us kids!

Talents

This year for the Kindergarten play the Three Piggy Opera, they put together a band from our school and from the kids who moved on to 7th last year. I love watching the kinders. Connor had a fun time being in the band.All of the kids were able to participate in this years talent show. Connor played the blues on his trumpet and the girls tried their hand at comedy. They all did a great job.

the park

We have been having great weather lately and the girls have wanted to go to the park so I finally gave in. We had a fun FHE night at Rood Bridge Park playing with Hershey. The kids lined up and Pete and I took turns running her over them. She's a good jumper.


I think we're all ready for summer!

Flowers and Mother's Day

Last night the school had their auction. We won this basket full of garden starters and a few other fun things. We are going to try to garden in hanging baskets this year because of the dog. This morning the kids gave me their cards. I love Courtney's drawing. Connor made this cool card of clip less coupons for me and Mallory made a fun frame with her picture.Pete bought me some beautiful flowers.

These for inside...

and two of these for the front of the house.

While I was outside I took a few more of the flowers we have so far....

Birthday Party Fun

A friend from high school lives here and we finally caught up with each other. Our kids get along really well and so we were invited to a birthday party. Connor had fun on the arcade games... The girls couldn't resist the pretty lights.... Connor and Court wore the wrong clothing for Laser tag.... And Mallory and I had fun playing air hockey. Man can she talk smack!!!