{August Happenings}

I read this quote this morning.

It made me smile.

Quite fitting...if I don’t say so myself.

This past week, 

we finished our 2^nd full week of school.

This past week, 

my 3^rd semester as a graduate student began.

This past week, 

marathon training became real.  

This past week, 

my planner became my very best friend!!!

August has been relatively calm. I think we are still trying to adjust to our new schedules. Personally, I’m taking the time to enjoy the calm before the storm hits. September will bring some new adjustments with the addition of fall ball, cheernastics, baton, and scouts. PHEW!!!

I haven’t been able to make very many phone calls so hopefully I still have some dedicated readers. I know that I have slacked on here but I will do my best to keep the "happenings" of the children going. Luckily for me, there hasn’t been too much fun stuff happening in the month of August. We had our first Back to School night last week for our big 7^th grader.

7^th GRADE!!!

I’m still having trouble actually saying the words.

Although, I must admit that after meeting the teachers and listening to what is in store for the year, I can say that I am very excited for Miss Bry. She has so much to look forward to. It’s going to be a tough year academically but the girl has pure determination running through her veins. 

A quick meeting with all 7 teachers this past week taught us that she will be taking on 7^th and 8^th grade math in order to prepare for a test at the end of the year that could land her with high school credits as an 8^th grader. Her Science and American Studies teachers are both completely hands on and have a list of activities and monthly field trips that will keep the students on their toes. For the first time since 2^nd grade, Bry is excited about science and has listed it as one of her favorite classes!!! Later in the year, the 7^th grade class will be taking special etiquette courses which will teach them everything from manners to dancing to the dos and don’ts of dating. Saving the best for last, at least according to "The World of Miss Bry", the addition of advanced choir to her schedule this year will keep her busy traveling around Louisiana and Texas. SHHHH!!! Don’t tell her I told you but, next week she will be trying out for the All State Choir Team. She is beyond excited about the opportunity so, please keep her in your thoughts this week.

Back to School night for the rest of us is next week. Jason will have to brush up on his note taking skills so that I can update you on the "happenings" for Miss Kalyssa and Mr. Trav.     

Our morning routine is quite busy. Somehow my bathroom has become our meeting place in the morning. Our daily news is usually discussed as we brush our teeth. Bryanna is the first one out the door. I hadn’t had a chance to capture her on camera until the other day.

I finally got a picture with my most favorite 7^th grader in the whole wide world!!!

She happens to think that CMS is better than Stockwell but unfortunately for her, Mom ALWAYS knows what’s best!!!