Captain's Log Day 2

Well, we slept until 10am this morning but it felt good. Woke up and immediately felt the saying of the boat. Not getting to our stomachs as much as our heads. We got dressed and headed to a Detox and Healthy Living Seminar. Probably would have benefited more if we had eaten ahead of time but instead we were hungry and thought only of lunch. We headed back to the Garden Cafe where we enjoyed our meal.

Decided to do a little more touring of the boat since some of the placed were closed last night.

Water is pretty. Seems a little calmer this afternoon. Sun is coming out though there is nothing to see but water. Zeb took a nap while I blogged.

Headed down to play a little bingo this afternoon. Once again I lost but had fun.

Got in a little exercise before heading to dinner. Tonight we dressed up which was fun. Had dinner at Tsars which was enjoyable as well. Listened to a little guitar playing before heading to the see the Battle of the Sexes (men won). Lastly we headed to the Stardust Theatre for a show called Band on the Run. Lots of 70's music and dancing which brought back memories.

Best part of the day is just spending it all with Zeb. I'm a lucky woman.

Captain's Log Day 1

Arrives in Seattle around noon and we were immediately transferred to the ship. Our ships name is the Norwegian Jewell. It quite huge but they all look huge. Weather is nice. Sun is actually out. Once we boarded the ship we needed to eat some lunch so headed to Garden Cafe. Naturally it was packed but we managed to find a seat. A buffet of various foods. I tried to eat salad but the dressing was too spicy for me. Had some mashed potatoes, bread and cantaloupe. An interesting combination but did the trick. Zeb fared a lot better.

Checked out our cabin after lunch. It is nice and we are very glad we upgraded to a balcony. We order the anniversary package since we are celebrating 20 years together so we had roses in our room, champagne and chocolate covered strawberries. Not a bad way to kick things off.

Decided to take a self-guided tour of the shop. I'm still lost but may get the hang of it by the end of the trip. We then decided to hang out by the pool since the sun was out. They had a BBQ set up and we were entertained by the dancing and kids swimming in the pool.

We had dinner at Azura. Really enjoyed our meal of salmon, potatoes and green beans. Then we headed to the casino where I managed to both win and lose money- ultimately leaving in the red. Not planning on going back. Zeb did not want the blame for losing money so just watched me.

We were pooped after that and headed back to our room and crashed.

Found this note on my pillow. I married a keeper.

End of School

Celebrated the end of he school year with dinner and ice cream. It was an up and down year for Keara but she has grown into quite the young lady. She really liked her teacher as did we. Her strengths still include reading and math. In fact, I may have mentioned it before but she is in advanced math and English for middle school.

Kailei's year was good as well. Doing really well in math but have to work in reading comprehension. She was at times a little chatty in class but since she is a talker we expected that.

My year ended. I have some major changes with regard to technology next year so I'm more than overwhelmed when thinking about it. So that said, I'm not going to think about it for at least the next week.

Dear Parents (a letter from Kailei's teacher that I just loved)

I give you back your child, the same child you confidently entrusted to my care last fall.  I givve them back pounds heavier, inches taller, months wiser, more responsible and more mature then they were then.  Althought they wuold have attained their growth in spite of me, it has been my pleasure and privaledge to watch their personality unfold day by day and marvel at this splendid miracle of development.

I give them back reluctantly, for having spent the year together in the narrow confines of a crowded classroom, we have grown close, have become a part of each othe rand we shall always retain a little of each other.

Ten years from now if we met on the street, your child and I, a light will shine to our eyes, a smile to our lips and we shall feel the bond of understanding once more, this bond we feel today.

We have lived, loved, laughed, played, studied, learned, and enriched our lives together this year.  I wish it could go on indefinitely, but give them back I must.  Take care of them, for they are precious. Remember that I shall always be interested in your child and their destiney, whereever they go, whatever they do, whoever they become.  Their joys and sorrows I'll be happy to share.

I shall always be their teacher.

Keara's Class Party

Well, today was to be Kearas party but the weather is not cooperating. They have had to rework the schedule a bit. They are moving the pool portion over to tomorrow morning but the afternoon portion will continue as planned. I made sure I escaped so I could attend this one too. Kids had a DJ so there was dancing, games and food of course. Each 6th grader wore a Class of 2019 t-shirt which of course put me into a sentimental mood. So hard to think of.

Close to end end of the day we headed for the gym where kids could sign yearbooks. We also watched a video of the kids as they have grown over the years. Yep, got even more emotional. Time sure flies, I think Keara is a little sad for elementary to be over. I know I'm sad.

Kailei's Ballet Recital

After a year of ballet, it was time to showcase what Kailei has been up to.  Personally, her parents think she is talented but we are biased.  She enjoys it and has no fear of the stage.  Next year she wants to take ballet and tap so looks like we will be doing this again.

Kailei's Class Party

Escaped from school to head to Kailei's class party. It was a picnic in the park, lots of treats and lots if games. Kailei was excited for Zeb and I to both be there though we pretty much just stood and watch her. Thankfully it is a nice day.