High Orange

It won't be long and William will no longer be a beginner. Despite a little mistake or two on his kata (I couldn't tell), he tested very well, and was awarded his high orange belt on Wednesday, May 29th. As always, very proud of you and your accomplishments, William.

Staples

Tuesday, Jacob had an accident at school. He fell on the playground and his head. He ended up at the Memorial hospital and had to have 3 staples, and from what I understand, the poor baby didn't get any numbing medicine! He should have had something, and I'm upset that he didn't. If they had given him meds before they starting cleaning it, I'm sure the entire experience would have gone a lot smoother. I am happy to say, though, he's doing fine.  He'll have his staples removed in a few days and from what I hear shouldn't be painful. Sounds like the worst is over. I'm so glad you're OK Jacob. Love you.

Last Game

Well the last soccer game of the spring season was a tough one. Jacob definitely had a lot of goalie action. I lost track of the score. Needless to say, the Lions lost, which makes for 5 wins and 3 losses. After the game, we went to Joshua Swank's house to celebrate the season. We ate a lot of good food. Joshua's grandpa, the assistant coach, made shrimp seviche. It was soo yummy.

After the food, coach handed out trophies to each player. He had some very wonderful things to say about Jacob. I'm sure he was a little embarrassed, but....he loved hearing it. Coach also said the team is in the top 10.15 U9 teams in the state. That's so cool. I had no idea. They've all improved so much. We aren't sure of the teams' future. I hope this wasn't our last game together. Regardless, it's a season we won't forget.

Oh and William and I had a photo shoot before Jacob's game. Here's one of many amazing, beautiful shots.

So cute...he's such a ham. What a beautiful boy!

Spring Recital

William played William Tell and the theme from Star Wars. Jacob played Cannon in D and My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean. Can I just say I think they did an amazing job. They are both so smart and talented. So proud of them. Here is William and Jacob playing their pieces. Oh, and here's their teacher, Cassie, playing the theme from Harry Potter.

Coffee Buddy

I had such a nice time with Ian at Starbucks. We shared a coffee cake. Although, I think he wanted it all to himself. He wasn't too happy when I took a piece. He started dancing to the Police, and I thought, "Get out your phone and record this. He's so happy. This is a moment you will want to remember." Here's a short video of him dancing and eating coffee cake.

Save of the Week!

Wow! What. A. Game. The first half the boys played awesome. Right before halftime, Jacob made a great save. He was so proud of himself.

Everyone seemed tired in the second half, and the other team scored two goals. Close the end, the opposing team was awarded a penalty kick. Jacob was pumped. He was jumping around - acting "big" in the goal. And I guess it worked, cause he saved it. So stressful! Again, he was super proud. What a wonderful feeling for him.

These are not pictures of him making big saves. I was too busy keeping track of Mr. Ian Michael. Oh well though. Doesn't he look so professional? :)

Education Rocks!

Jacob and his fellow fourth graders performed Education Rocks yesterday evening. I just loved it. Jacob was his usual animated self, and it was really funny and very entertaining. I was so busy laughing that John had to remind me to take pictures. I still managed to get a few.