2nd Grade Tribute to the Flag

Hayden got to be the lead role in a tribute to the flag. He was Francis Scott Key (the man that wrote the Star Spangled Banner). He was so excited and could hardly contain himself. He did an amazing job and I am so proud of him!

Here are some video's of him talking and singing.

The Other Family

I am happy to report that the Munk Family has gone on vacation indefinitely. The Other Munk Family has moved into their house and will be taking their place. If any of you would like to join the Other Munk Family I know where you can find some buttons! If you have no idea what I am talking about then you need to check out the book Coraline by Neil Gaiman and read it to your kiddies...but be careful you may end up going on vacation and having the Other Family take your place...

The Other Mother and the Other Father

The Other Harley and the Other Hunter

And the Other Hayden

Family Pictures

Thanks to Angie we now have new family pictures! I think they turned out great and am so happy that we got them done with smiles on our faces.

FINALLY!!

Today is the day,

Hip Hip Horray!

Today is the day,

And it came before May!

It came with metal, bands, and glue,

It came with the beautiful color of blue.

It came and I'm happy as happy can be,
So I'll say it again with a smile of glee!

Today is the day,

Hip Hip Horray!

School Projects...AHHHHHH

This year seems to be the year of projects for Harley and Hunter. First Harley had to do a project on the book Inkheart. She decided to make a book box like the little girl Meggie had in the book. Thanks to Uncle Matt who had the wood supplies we had a fantastic box that she got to decorate. So Harley and I went to work making this box something she would be able to keep in her room forever. I think if turned out really great and the kids all wanted one after they saw Harley's. Hunter's project was equally as hard. He had to make a castle with a tower, moat, keep, and towers. Dave and Hunter worked on it for weeks and we were pleased with the end result. He won the "Tiniest Castle" award!

"I Knight Thee Sir Spiky Hair"

Hunter has been studying the Middle Ages in school and for the end of unit activity, his history teacher held a Knighting Ceremony. Each student was given the opportunity to dress up as a person from the Middle Ages. Hunter chose to be a Nobleman which meant no uniform for him, he paraded around school all day in his garb. I have to admit he looked very authentic, too bad he had to leave his trusty sword and bow at home...safe school issues and all. When we got to the gym it felt as if we were truly in the Kings Court. Candles were lit on the stairs, the lights were dimmed, and all the kids were in costume.

The Principal sat on the throne and announced each students name, then the History teacher Knighted them. Hunter was Knighted "Sir Spiky Hair".

It was a brilliant event and I am amazed at what the students had learned. Hunter can tell you everything you need to know about the Middle Ages and much much more. Here are some pictures of Hunter and his friends at the Knighting Ceremony.

After the Ceremony the students went back to their homeroom classes where they engaged in games of battle. There was jousting, where the students had to stand in a circle and using a padded stick try to knock each other out of the circle. Then each student got to make a catapult and with marshmellow's they got to attack and "bomb" their opponents. But the favorite activity of the day was the authentic Middle Ages feast: chicken, bread, cheese, and drinks. Much to Hunter's delight they got to use their hands to eat, in fact they HAD to use their hands-no utensil's allowed. Hunter had a blast and talked and talked about it all weekend, now Hayden can't wait to be a 4th grader!
The students also had to make a castle for display, Hunter's got the award for: The Tiniest Castle. He was proud of it, Dave and Hunter have been working on it for weeks. He had to have a draw bridge, a keep, moat and towers. Hunter used candy Lego's and glued them together...not a small feat!

End of the Season

March marks the end of the Basketball Season for Hunter. He did a great job and his team was undefeated! Hunter has been getting up at 5am to go to the Rec Center to practice, all his dedication and practice has been evident by his great defense and awesome lay-ups (reverse being his signature move). He will miss playing with a team but intends to continue the 5am practices to prepare for next year. A big thanks to all the coaches and team players that supported Hunter on this ride. And thanks to Grandma and Grandpa B for coming to a game.

MVP

Hunter has been ripping up the court in Jr. Jazz this year. His coaches and fellow team mates are floored when every time they ask us "Is this really his first year playing Basketball?" and the answer (every time) is "YES!" Hunter was nominated for MVP of the past 2 games by his coach. I will admit, Dave and I have been watching him play basketball for years and we truly saw nothing unusual about Hunter, but then again, he was playing against his Uncles, Dad, and Grandpa. Once we put him against kids his own size and age...a star is born! I am delighted with this new development and really hope this gives Hunter the confidence he needs to go out in the world and be a successful person. He can do anything he puts his mind to and I am so proud of him for his hard work.

Hunter has been waking up every morning at 5 am and going to the rec center to practice basketball, he is the only kid out there, and he is noticed by everyone. On the days I do not get up and go, he gets really mad and me and makes me PROMISE to wake him up the next day! I am inspired by this kid and am so blessed to have him as my son! GO HUNTER!!

Valentines Day for Harley

It was an exciting Valentines Day for Harley this year, on her desk was sitting the biggest Valentines Bear I have ever seen. Her teachers and friends were all smiling and giggling when she walked in the room. Then she saw the bear and couldn't believe her eyes! It was from a boy at her school and she is very impressed by this gift, but very mature in how she handled it. She thanked him for the bear and told him he was a great FRIEND. Her dad was not as happy to see the bear come home with his daughter, and her mom just laughed and laughed. Harley was a bit embarrassed but has taken the GIGANTIC bear with her everywhere this weekend, so I know she LOVES it!

Valentines Day 2009

It was a good day February 14th 2009. The kids got lots of goodies from Grandparents and Parents. Hunter got:
Hayden got:

Harley got:

The night ended well, when Kimmy came to babysit the kids and Dave and I went to the Ballet. Madam Butterfly was playing at Capitol Theatre and our friends gave us their tickets. The Act I was AMAZING. Act II was...well we left at intermission (it was 9:45pm and Dave was done sitting in a tiny chair watching people flail around the stage).

Saturday

Saturday is a special day,

It's the day we get ready for Sunday.

We clean out the fridge,

We wash walls and doors.

And then we are ready for Sunday.

We cry and throw fits,

Throw everything on the floor,

And then we are ready for Sunday!