Alright, today is Tuesday. This will have to be a fairly quick post as my head is still spinning of everything that transpired here today & I'm not even writing about it all. It's just too much. I will at some point but I'm still spinning.
Okay, some quick things. Nerves have set in for Alyona and Bojan. Alex is holding steady but that's b/c he has Logan here. He will fall apart tomorrow. PTSD. Happens any time someone here goes to the hospital. They'll all be okay. Just know the next few days for us all here are going to be extremely rough. Done it before and thank goodness, it doesn't happen often.
Here today, we did a Civil War project. It will be over the next few weeks we'll work on it. Anyhow, we all got off on a tangent. Don't even know how. Somehow got to talking about brothers and sisters. Reni & Logan were frustrated b/c they were trying to think of the English word for director. I said " it's the same." They continued to tell me they were told by him they have one other sibling in another orphanage. Umm, excuse me?! They did not know if it was a girl or a boy. See, they come from a family of 12 kids. 9 of them live at home. Now, I know that Logan was the 9th birth. I'm assuming Reni is 10 or 11th birth. That being said, the other child must be younger than the two of them just given birth order. See, I noticed this in their papers originally & didn't think much of it as they try to keep sibs together. I figured if they're not, must be a reason for it but not pressing the issue. Well, now that they're home, they KNOW they have a sib in another orphanage, I'd like to know. I really would. So, agency is looking into it for us. Could be nothing comes of it. Maybe the child passed away. Maybe the child aged out (can't , they're younger). Or any other number of reasons. Don't know. Just know my children have a right to know about their siblings. Funny thing is, they had NO idea about the others at home.
All my kids & I have always been open about discussing birth families. I let them take the lead. I do not initiate. Today, Logan recalled the details of him coming to the orphanage at 4yo w/ Reni (2yo). He remembers his mom giving him bananas and telling him bye-bye. He never saw him again. She never came to visit them. The other 9 kids are at home yet these two were never seen again. I now know why they did not tell them about the others at home. That would have been too difficult. Instead, they told them of the other sib at the other orphanage. Now, he also told me they lived in 3 different orphanages and he went to Shumen first. I knew this already. He also said he lived in Kaspichan. I knew that too. So Logan is recalling accurately. You have to watch b/c sometimes PI kids will come home and make stuff up. Be careful newbies. LOL. For now, we are very curious. It's being checked into and we'll take it from there. As they learn more English, we'll know more. They begged us to take Maggie home. A friend of theirs. Same girl we asked if she was available for adoption in June. she wasn't as her parents come to visit. Reni said "yes, they do. But her parents are very bad people mom. She needs to come here." No dear, doesn't work that way. The law is the law. I will not disclose what else was told to me. Just know I'm getting an ear full and can only imagine once more English comes, what I'll hear. My kids have been through a lot but have shown great resilience. I will keep you posted on the sib thing. Will take a couple of weeks to get info.
Kids are no longer sick. Thank goodness. 2 people have asked about the house. Much more to say. Much more to write. For now, I must go get ready for tomorrow. Surgery day. I will be staying at the hospital overnight so no computer. Tending to kids. Thursday, I'll have an update on here on how they are doing. Keep them in your thoughts and prayers. Going to be a long few days.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Manic Monday
Crazy Day. I have to make this super quick as there is thunder out and computer will be shut down for awhile.
Warren's car is in the shop. Stinks. Needs new brakes and I'm sure a ton of other items as well. It's life. It breaks, you fix it. He took the van to work obviously. No parking for him poor guy. To add icing to the cake, we forgot to pay a payment on something last week. Usually Warren does this on his way to work but since he was sick as a dog it didn't happen. I know it happens but we haven't had to pay a late fee in a l-o-n-g time. And this one is like a $50 fee! Advice: do NOT get sick. LOL. Like I said, it's life. Mistakes happen and you just have to get over it and move on. Learn from it. Waiting to hear how much we owe on the car & what exactly is wrong w/ it. It's almost paid for so it figures it's about time for it to fall apart.
Alex is sick. Mostly allergy sick. Horrible allergies for him. Irina said she feels sick. I'm okay but still not feeling 100%. Irina is definitely sick. Summer seems to have a little cold but nothing more than that. I still have a sore throat. Need some good vibes, thoughts & healing prayers sent this way.
This week we have 2 upcoming surgeries on Wednesday for Bojan and Alyona. Still working out minor details. Irina and I are making a menu for the next few days. We still have track and soccer this week. We'll work it out as best we can. Still have to fight w/ the school I'm sure on transportation. But, since I can't talk today & don't have a car, can't really do anything about it. So, hopefully tomorrow I can work it out w/ them. From what I am being told, it is against the law to not provide him w/ transportation. We'll see how it goes. Wasn't a problem before but now it is. Crazy, huh?
since we knew this would take up quite a few days, we did not schedule anything else to happen around here. Hoping to just to be able to keep everyone healthy and fed at this point in time. That's the goal anyhow. Maybe I'll be able to catch up on things. Ha! Not happening. Working on house website and things of that nature in order to sell the house. We're going to have to have a work weekend soon. We did a lot this weekend but it truly is just too much for us. It's also hard on the kids. When they found out we had someone potentially coming to look at the house some of the kids flipped. Just lost it. A potential move became real to them and scared them. This is the only home they've ever known besides the orphanage. Children w/ certain issues do not take well to change. Moving is going to be an uphill battle for sure. We're ready. Just going to be a tough few months for everyone. However, in the end, selling our home would be what we feel is in the best interest of everyone. Whether it happens or not, is another story.
Well, been so busy, forgot the rest of this, so posting what I got so far. More posts are forthcoming for sure. It has been an enlightening day!
Warren's car is in the shop. Stinks. Needs new brakes and I'm sure a ton of other items as well. It's life. It breaks, you fix it. He took the van to work obviously. No parking for him poor guy. To add icing to the cake, we forgot to pay a payment on something last week. Usually Warren does this on his way to work but since he was sick as a dog it didn't happen. I know it happens but we haven't had to pay a late fee in a l-o-n-g time. And this one is like a $50 fee! Advice: do NOT get sick. LOL. Like I said, it's life. Mistakes happen and you just have to get over it and move on. Learn from it. Waiting to hear how much we owe on the car & what exactly is wrong w/ it. It's almost paid for so it figures it's about time for it to fall apart.
Alex is sick. Mostly allergy sick. Horrible allergies for him. Irina said she feels sick. I'm okay but still not feeling 100%. Irina is definitely sick. Summer seems to have a little cold but nothing more than that. I still have a sore throat. Need some good vibes, thoughts & healing prayers sent this way.
This week we have 2 upcoming surgeries on Wednesday for Bojan and Alyona. Still working out minor details. Irina and I are making a menu for the next few days. We still have track and soccer this week. We'll work it out as best we can. Still have to fight w/ the school I'm sure on transportation. But, since I can't talk today & don't have a car, can't really do anything about it. So, hopefully tomorrow I can work it out w/ them. From what I am being told, it is against the law to not provide him w/ transportation. We'll see how it goes. Wasn't a problem before but now it is. Crazy, huh?
since we knew this would take up quite a few days, we did not schedule anything else to happen around here. Hoping to just to be able to keep everyone healthy and fed at this point in time. That's the goal anyhow. Maybe I'll be able to catch up on things. Ha! Not happening. Working on house website and things of that nature in order to sell the house. We're going to have to have a work weekend soon. We did a lot this weekend but it truly is just too much for us. It's also hard on the kids. When they found out we had someone potentially coming to look at the house some of the kids flipped. Just lost it. A potential move became real to them and scared them. This is the only home they've ever known besides the orphanage. Children w/ certain issues do not take well to change. Moving is going to be an uphill battle for sure. We're ready. Just going to be a tough few months for everyone. However, in the end, selling our home would be what we feel is in the best interest of everyone. Whether it happens or not, is another story.
Well, been so busy, forgot the rest of this, so posting what I got so far. More posts are forthcoming for sure. It has been an enlightening day!
Sunday, March 18, 2012
This past weekend
Saturday, we had a bit going on. Not much though. We went to Reni and Alyona's practice soccer game. Usually they are on the same team but this time they were against each other. Hilarious b/c Reni was telling Alyona to kick the ball. LOL. Still supporting her even though on opposite teams. Her brothers felt free to provide running commentary & critique through the entire game. They should be on Jeopardy b/c they think they know it all. This btw, was Alex & Logan. Got to love it. Thought I'd share a few pictures from that day.
Alyona. Only one in pants. Despite me telling her it was going to be in the 80's that day, she still insisted pants would be just fine.
Reni, ready for that ball. Can you tell she gets right in there to play? Not afraid of the ball one single bit. Complete opposite of Alyona.
Reni, observing the field. I like her hair up but she doesn't usually put it up.
Some of the kids watching their sibs play. Can you tell there is no shade? And I'd forgotten sunscreen. Usually don't think about that in March.
Summer wanted to pick flowers.
Nik has this nervous habit of wrenching his shirt up. He really is starting to grow up a bit.
I let Nik have my camera and he took this picture of himself. He is my camera hog for sure.
Aren't they just absolutely stunning flowers?!
Reni, working hard in the game. Really was proud of her. No fear of the ball at all.
Now, the other parents and us know Alyona is not the soccer player type. Not being mean, she's just not & she knows it too. Yet, I think she loves being on a team atmosphere and this provides that for her. However, the other day, we looked out on the field and another friend of mine said "all she needs is the catwalk, you know." Doesn't she look like she's posing? She is by all being my girlie girl. She is NOT a tomboy whatsoever. Reni is. That's what's so great. They are so different yet so close.
She wanted the flower in her hair and I was happy to oblige. With some help from a friend and a bobby pin. Bulgarian beauty!
The eyes melt me every single time.
After the game, we had to head to Target. Had a gift card so that obviously helps. Was able to get Alex his allergy meds and even picked up soda (a treat here). We all tested out the lawn furniture and dreamed. Found some jump ropes for .48 so picked 3 up. I know, a real splurge. LOL. But the biggest hit was the little pinwheels. they've been playing w/ those non-stop.
Came home, ate lunch & Warren and Max carried off the trash. After that, we decided we'd never make that blacksmith demonstration we wanted to go to and it was just too hot. Came home and just relaxed a bit and cleaned up. Watched a new movie and took some time to just sit. Oh, and wash the van. Oh, and I planted the gardens. So maybe we didn't just sit. Productive day. Irina and Yana spent the night somewhere else. More to come. Just trying to answer a few emails now so need to get busy.
Alyona. Only one in pants. Despite me telling her it was going to be in the 80's that day, she still insisted pants would be just fine.
Reni, ready for that ball. Can you tell she gets right in there to play? Not afraid of the ball one single bit. Complete opposite of Alyona.
Reni, observing the field. I like her hair up but she doesn't usually put it up.
Some of the kids watching their sibs play. Can you tell there is no shade? And I'd forgotten sunscreen. Usually don't think about that in March.
Alex, sporting some shades. Now, Alex was covered in poison ivy and horrible allergy eyes. Know the movie 'Hitch?' That was him later. So, he sported shades. Yes, he's growing up b/c he doesn't want the girls to see him this way.
Summer wanted to pick flowers.
Nik has this nervous habit of wrenching his shirt up. He really is starting to grow up a bit.
I let Nik have my camera and he took this picture of himself. He is my camera hog for sure.
Aren't they just absolutely stunning flowers?!
Reni, working hard in the game. Really was proud of her. No fear of the ball at all.
Now, the other parents and us know Alyona is not the soccer player type. Not being mean, she's just not & she knows it too. Yet, I think she loves being on a team atmosphere and this provides that for her. However, the other day, we looked out on the field and another friend of mine said "all she needs is the catwalk, you know." Doesn't she look like she's posing? She is by all being my girlie girl. She is NOT a tomboy whatsoever. Reni is. That's what's so great. They are so different yet so close.
She wanted the flower in her hair and I was happy to oblige. With some help from a friend and a bobby pin. Bulgarian beauty!
After the game, we had to head to Target. Had a gift card so that obviously helps. Was able to get Alex his allergy meds and even picked up soda (a treat here). We all tested out the lawn furniture and dreamed. Found some jump ropes for .48 so picked 3 up. I know, a real splurge. LOL. But the biggest hit was the little pinwheels. they've been playing w/ those non-stop.
Came home, ate lunch & Warren and Max carried off the trash. After that, we decided we'd never make that blacksmith demonstration we wanted to go to and it was just too hot. Came home and just relaxed a bit and cleaned up. Watched a new movie and took some time to just sit. Oh, and wash the van. Oh, and I planted the gardens. So maybe we didn't just sit. Productive day. Irina and Yana spent the night somewhere else. More to come. Just trying to answer a few emails now so need to get busy.
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Soccer time
Well, it is that time of year again. Soccer time! One of my kids' favorite times of year for sure. They truly love playing.
Alex and Logan waiting for their turn to shoot.
And, he shoots! Logan practicing his goal shots.
Summer, just hanging out and waiting for her brothers to finish.
Summer, goofing around in the chairs. entertaining herself.
Alyona just hanging out for her brothers.
Summer on the far left. She is with all 4 year olds. For now, best place for her as she has many, many things left to learn. I was so proud b/c she could run. Difficult to do w/out that left/right brain connection. She only fell 4 times that practice. And with time, that number should go down.
My baby girl is just styling out there. Watching what's going on around her.
Reni, just finishing up practice. And wow, can that girl work field. She was right in there w/ the rest of them and wanting to kick the ball.
Time for muddy cleats. I hate that. Trying my best to get them to take them off at the door but so far, it's not working. Maybe soon. This is Summer's shoe. Size 10. One of the other kids said I didn't know they made them that small.
Alex and Logan waiting for their turn to shoot.
And, he shoots! Logan practicing his goal shots.
Summer, just hanging out and waiting for her brothers to finish.
Summer, goofing around in the chairs. entertaining herself.
Alyona just hanging out for her brothers.
Reni, ready to play some ball.
Summer on the far left. She is with all 4 year olds. For now, best place for her as she has many, many things left to learn. I was so proud b/c she could run. Difficult to do w/out that left/right brain connection. She only fell 4 times that practice. And with time, that number should go down.
My baby girl is just styling out there. Watching what's going on around her.
Reni, just finishing up practice. And wow, can that girl work field. She was right in there w/ the rest of them and wanting to kick the ball.
Alex was practicing w/ an 8th grader. He comes over to where all us parents were sitting and said "boy, she's really kicking my butt!" We all just laughed. How could you not? Very cute. He made her day too I think b/c he thought she was in college. LOL. She also couldn't believe he was in 4th grade. Just was funny all around. Great that they could practice together and learn some things.
Those were some practice shots. We went to a practice game today. Then did tons of work outside. We're beat tonight. Planted the garden. Well, most of it. Tomorrow is church. Hoping to get more done on the house. I will have more about it later as well. Enjoy your weekend. It's beautiful here.
Friday, March 16, 2012
Nik's makings
Haven't done one of these in awhile & considering how Nik is always making something, I figured it was time. The other day, Nik wanted to make a birdhouse and a bird feeder. He saw the one I had hidden in my closet. It's for them to do while we're at the hospital next week. Keep them busy for Irina is key. Anyhow, he was still determined, especially after we had just gotten another bird feeder the other day.
Nik had a different concept and approach than the one above.
Nik, very proud of starting his creation. Why it had to take an entire roll of tape, I'll never know.
The top part is the birdhouse. The bottom part is the bird feeder. He put bread crumbs in it later. On the paper, he wrote Mom, Bob and Nik. Bob is how he writes Dad. He always does his d's as b's.
He had just finished adding the door part of the bird house. Logan was his assistant.
Ahh, the finished product, bread crumbs and all.
Nik, very proud of starting his creation. Why it had to take an entire roll of tape, I'll never know.
The top part is the birdhouse. The bottom part is the bird feeder. He put bread crumbs in it later. On the paper, he wrote Mom, Bob and Nik. Bob is how he writes Dad. He always does his d's as b's.
He had just finished adding the door part of the bird house. Logan was his assistant.
They decided it belong on the front porch. I'm guessing it may actually scare the poor birds away.
Ahh, the finished product, bread crumbs and all.
Another view of our redneck decor. Tell me your not jealous. LOL.
Tonight is Friday. Warren and I went to Lowes and Wally World. Needed supplies for fixing up the house. Got Puss and Boots for our movie this evening. Warren made homemade philly cheese steaks. Yum. Alex looks like a horrid zombie movie extra. Poor kid has allergies and poison ivy so bad. Hoping it clears up soon. Warren was sick today. Poor guy. Now, my chest is killing me. Think sinuses have jumped to my lungs. Could be all the gardening I've been doing too. Who knows. No fever though & activity level the same. It too shall pass. Life goes on. Time for our movie and some relaxation for a change. Tomorrow is soccer & pending how everyone feels, possibly an outing. Play it by ear. Have a wonderful weekend. I'll try to catch up on a few things soon.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Scary Sisters
Okay, so the teens may hate me for this one, I don't care. LOL. Here goes:
The girls and I decided to do mud masks the other night. Found some on sale at TJMaxx. Now, we're all ready to make sure they keep it in stock. LOL. We all had fun with it. Told them next time we'll do manicures for each other. My kids know I hate feet so no pedicures. We had fun and plan on making this a weekly thing. It's simple but just something silly. All ages can do. All abilities. Some of the masks above were almost dry so they look lighter. I'm behind the camera. :) I was green too. Just had to share.
Good news/ bad news
Great news really everyone! No more sick kids! Wahoo!!! Summer went to the ophthalmologist today. NO VISION issues. did you hear that?! NO VISION issues whatsoever. No ONH (like Alyona has). NO SOD. Nothing. This is fantastic. These disorders are more frequent in the brain disorder that Summer has. So, it needed to be checked.
Somewhat bad news. Thought we'd be cleared by the endocrinologist. No so fast. All labs came back normal except for high sodium levels. They want a recheck in 3 weeks. URGHH!!! Was really wanting an all clear. But, we'll see. Maybe it's just a fluke. If not, we'll have to figure that mystery out next.
We really need to next work out getting her checked out for parasites. Pretty certain she has them. BTW, all my kids came home w/ H-pylori but did not find out for a few years. Some sooner than others. I know I should have checked Summer out sooner but you have to decide w/ 3 coming home at once, others that have needs at home, what is more important a doc appointment. So, got all the MRI's done, neurology done, pediatrician done, endocrinologist done, optometrist done, ophthalmologist done, blood work done and now we'll work on the other. See how it goes. We are not doing cardiology even though it was suggested by other parents w/ her disorder. We feel confident in our team of docs that her heart is just fine. No signs of murmurs or anything and her activity level is just fine. I think the last thing we have left is parasite checks.
Getting there slowly but surely making sure we don't miss anything health wise. Typically, unless it is something drastic, I don't get my kids checked out for everything under the sun. With Summer's different brain dx's, came many, many other issues that needed to be checked out. With Logan, just really concerned about the epilepsy as he was taking meds when he got home. MRI, EEG and he was weaned off all meds. He's fine btw. Healthy. Allergic to some antibiotics but other than that, very healthy. He only had blood work done and shots updated. He had vision checked. His hearing is fine. So are the rest of theirs. Hey, we know how to check all that stuff out now. I don't even see a smidgen of allergy signs in Logan or Summer but may get them checked out anyhow. I usually get all my kids checked out for allergies as we are in what seems like the epa center of allergy central. Alex, myself, Irina and Max have the worst of the allergies in this house. I'm thinking of rechecking all of us that haven't been in awhile. It's been years. Then, take the 3 new ones as well. To me, seems like Reni may be suffering like the rest of us. We'll see. Reni is another healthy one.
Not too much else happening today. We did history and reading already. They are working on their math. Reni did multiplication. They are using a lapbook to learn. Well, she put them all in and got only 2 wrong! That's it! Now, seeing what Alyona knows. They are doing 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11's. Once they learn those, we'll do the easier ones. 0's, 1's, and 2's. By the end of this year, the 4 of them should know multiplication facts w/ out looking! This is huge. Nik is getting regrouping just fine. I do have to go back and reteach regrouping for the rest of them though. We can't do science today as I'm out of ink. However, they were catching lizards, frogs, etc. earlier. I said what makes it an amphibian? Is a lizard an amphibian? Why not? Etc. They got the questions right! They are learning. Key is to go at their pace and not worry about what exactly they're learning but that they are indeed learning. History, they are struggling remembering. Next year, I will do ALL lapbooks for history. We're doing a civil war project starting next week. For April and May we will focus all on geography. can't wait. Getting there.
We have soccer practice tonight for the girls. Boys will probably tag along. That's fine. Weather is gorgeous. Kids are helping me prep our vegetable garden. This weekend, we'll fill it up and fix up the house quite a bit more outside. Only Reni & Alyona have a soccer game & it's just from 10 to 11. After that, we may head to an old historic mill in Raleigh and see a blacksmith demonstration and have a picnic. Depends upon how everyone is. I know next weekend we're doing nothing b/c of the surgeries. So, wanted to take full advantage of a full weekend of outdoors and sunshine. Went through Summer's clothes today. I give what she's outgrown to a neighbor. It's sad to see it go. Really is. She IS my baby girl you know. Got her, she was in a 3T. That's just 4 months ago. She is in a 5 now! She can fit in 4T's but they are starting to shrink. LOL. Time for me to check some math. Kids still have spelling to do but after that, should be able to play outside some more. We're washing the van when Max gets home. Only he can reach the top of it. Yana's first track meet is today. I REALLY wanted to go. Bummed to find out it would cost me $50 to attend the meet. So, she is in two more home meets. I'll pick one to go to and go to it. Very excited to hear how it goes today. I was tempted to go and just hang out by the fence. I know, that's terrible of me. Right now though, truly don't have the extra $50 to do it. April I should. Personally, I think parents should get in free. Oh, if I were principal....LOL. But, I'm not. I will though video tape next time I go & post. More to come later including pictures. I've been slack lately. How long can I use the "the kids are just home" excuse or the "I've got ten kids now" excuse? Hoping a little while longer. It's so beautiful outside. It really is. Can't wait to get back out there to do some gardening. Going to get some seeds this weekend. See what grows. It's in the 80's btw. Will be in the 70's next week. No chance of frost so we're good. enjoy your day everyone.
Somewhat bad news. Thought we'd be cleared by the endocrinologist. No so fast. All labs came back normal except for high sodium levels. They want a recheck in 3 weeks. URGHH!!! Was really wanting an all clear. But, we'll see. Maybe it's just a fluke. If not, we'll have to figure that mystery out next.
We really need to next work out getting her checked out for parasites. Pretty certain she has them. BTW, all my kids came home w/ H-pylori but did not find out for a few years. Some sooner than others. I know I should have checked Summer out sooner but you have to decide w/ 3 coming home at once, others that have needs at home, what is more important a doc appointment. So, got all the MRI's done, neurology done, pediatrician done, endocrinologist done, optometrist done, ophthalmologist done, blood work done and now we'll work on the other. See how it goes. We are not doing cardiology even though it was suggested by other parents w/ her disorder. We feel confident in our team of docs that her heart is just fine. No signs of murmurs or anything and her activity level is just fine. I think the last thing we have left is parasite checks.
Getting there slowly but surely making sure we don't miss anything health wise. Typically, unless it is something drastic, I don't get my kids checked out for everything under the sun. With Summer's different brain dx's, came many, many other issues that needed to be checked out. With Logan, just really concerned about the epilepsy as he was taking meds when he got home. MRI, EEG and he was weaned off all meds. He's fine btw. Healthy. Allergic to some antibiotics but other than that, very healthy. He only had blood work done and shots updated. He had vision checked. His hearing is fine. So are the rest of theirs. Hey, we know how to check all that stuff out now. I don't even see a smidgen of allergy signs in Logan or Summer but may get them checked out anyhow. I usually get all my kids checked out for allergies as we are in what seems like the epa center of allergy central. Alex, myself, Irina and Max have the worst of the allergies in this house. I'm thinking of rechecking all of us that haven't been in awhile. It's been years. Then, take the 3 new ones as well. To me, seems like Reni may be suffering like the rest of us. We'll see. Reni is another healthy one.
Not too much else happening today. We did history and reading already. They are working on their math. Reni did multiplication. They are using a lapbook to learn. Well, she put them all in and got only 2 wrong! That's it! Now, seeing what Alyona knows. They are doing 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11's. Once they learn those, we'll do the easier ones. 0's, 1's, and 2's. By the end of this year, the 4 of them should know multiplication facts w/ out looking! This is huge. Nik is getting regrouping just fine. I do have to go back and reteach regrouping for the rest of them though. We can't do science today as I'm out of ink. However, they were catching lizards, frogs, etc. earlier. I said what makes it an amphibian? Is a lizard an amphibian? Why not? Etc. They got the questions right! They are learning. Key is to go at their pace and not worry about what exactly they're learning but that they are indeed learning. History, they are struggling remembering. Next year, I will do ALL lapbooks for history. We're doing a civil war project starting next week. For April and May we will focus all on geography. can't wait. Getting there.
We have soccer practice tonight for the girls. Boys will probably tag along. That's fine. Weather is gorgeous. Kids are helping me prep our vegetable garden. This weekend, we'll fill it up and fix up the house quite a bit more outside. Only Reni & Alyona have a soccer game & it's just from 10 to 11. After that, we may head to an old historic mill in Raleigh and see a blacksmith demonstration and have a picnic. Depends upon how everyone is. I know next weekend we're doing nothing b/c of the surgeries. So, wanted to take full advantage of a full weekend of outdoors and sunshine. Went through Summer's clothes today. I give what she's outgrown to a neighbor. It's sad to see it go. Really is. She IS my baby girl you know. Got her, she was in a 3T. That's just 4 months ago. She is in a 5 now! She can fit in 4T's but they are starting to shrink. LOL. Time for me to check some math. Kids still have spelling to do but after that, should be able to play outside some more. We're washing the van when Max gets home. Only he can reach the top of it. Yana's first track meet is today. I REALLY wanted to go. Bummed to find out it would cost me $50 to attend the meet. So, she is in two more home meets. I'll pick one to go to and go to it. Very excited to hear how it goes today. I was tempted to go and just hang out by the fence. I know, that's terrible of me. Right now though, truly don't have the extra $50 to do it. April I should. Personally, I think parents should get in free. Oh, if I were principal....LOL. But, I'm not. I will though video tape next time I go & post. More to come later including pictures. I've been slack lately. How long can I use the "the kids are just home" excuse or the "I've got ten kids now" excuse? Hoping a little while longer. It's so beautiful outside. It really is. Can't wait to get back out there to do some gardening. Going to get some seeds this weekend. See what grows. It's in the 80's btw. Will be in the 70's next week. No chance of frost so we're good. enjoy your day everyone.
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