Jungle Book

The girls auditioned for another Missoula show.  This time both got to be a part of it.  Keara was the assistant director and Kailei was a monkey in the show Jungle Book.  Both were ecstatic to be a part of the show.  It was a whirlwind week and Keara got especially exhausted trying to juggle being out late, up early, homework and activities but she did it and we were very  proud of her.  It was another great show and the girls look forward to the next one.

A Favorite

A teacher isn't supposed to have favorites but sometimes there are those that just work their way into your heart.  Andrea is one of those people.  Got to have lunch with her again this month.  It had been too long but it is easy to pick up where we left off. 

Kailei's Recital

I love that the girls are both enjoying taking music lessons.  Keara is taking guitar but doesn't really have the opportunity for a recital per se.  Kailei is taking piano and we had our first official recital. It was so much fun.  Maybe I'm living vicariously through my children since I have no musical talent whatsoever but I sure love that they are enjoying it.  Kailei has been practicing like crazy.  Originally she was supposed to have it Friday night but as luck would have it, she got strep throat and we had to cancel.  Fortunately, there were two other times so her teacher was able to move her to Saturday for which I am grateful.  It was a really fun event and I can't wait until the next one.

Can't resist those eyes!

Halloween 2011

Another year of pumpkins and Halloween costumes.  The pumpkins were carved with care.  The girls looked great.  The weather was terrific.  Tracie's family along with Mom, Dad and Mark came over for pizza and then we hit the neighborhood.  Syd and Kailei literally ran from house to house.  Nic and Keara were more cool in their approach but enjoyed the goodies nonetheless.

Discovery Education Workshop

Somehow I got myself roped into helping out with Discovery Education events in the state of Colorado and we had our first big even on Saturday the 29th.  I enjoyed it but what made it even better was having Lynn there. 

Zeb's Artwork

Zeb left this drawing and this note for me...

Christine,
Over the past month or two, I've been drawing this in my spare time. Maybe I think of a place where you and I can get away for a picnic or a relaxing walk together.  And, like you, it always makes me smile. 

Love,  Zeb