MAY 2010

Besides Josh having his last soccer games and Madelyn being narrator in the play "Hamlet," we also had some of these end of the school year events. First, a piano recital for Josh and Alyssa. They did fantastic.

Second, a school dance festival. It was very windy that afternoon.

Third, Josie had her last day of preschool. She came home with her face painted as a clown because they had a circus party.

Fourth, Alyssa had a singing concert as part of her specialty class at school. It was fun to hear her sing songs that I remember singing like, "Never Smile at a Crocodile" from Peter Pan and "My Favorite Things" from The Sound of Music.

And finally the kids on the last day of school (Maddie did wear sandals.) These were the teacher gifts. The card told the teachers that they were wonderful and "berry smooth" this year. They got blackberry pies and a free smoothie coupon from Roxberry. It was a great school year with a lot of fun memories. Next year Maddie moves on to Jr. High! Aly will be in 5th, Josh in 2nd and Josie in preschool for another year, with Chelsea at home. Amazing. For now we are celebrating summer. . .