Seahawk Boys!

We are a family of Seahawks and Ducks. In fact were a family that loves football (yes, I do too)! Today, Dennis and Parker were decked out in their gear and ready to watch the game!

Race for the Cure!

A group of us from work formed a team to walk for one of our teachers who is a survivor (Lorrie) and one of our teachers who currently is fighting breast cancer (Cindy). We had a great time early Sunday morning, even though it was cold. The crowd was crazy fun with more participants than I remember the last time I did it!!! It was great to be a part of a wonderful cause.

Fruit Loop

This Saturday we made our way out to the Fruit Loop in Hood River. It consists of driving around to various orchards, picking apples, pears and other fruits along with enjoying the sites while eating lots of good fresh fruit and baked goods. We should have enough apples and pears for the next month and I can't wait to start baking with them.

Some of Parker's New Tricks!

Stand up in my Bed!

Eat My Toes...

Swing like the Big Kids!

Take Baths in the Kitchen Sink:)

The Dreaded Cold!

So, I have my first back to school cold. I seem to get one every new school year. This one seems to have happened earlier than the others, but it also seems to be dragging on longer than the others. I am so tired of blowing my nose and having ringing ears. I am beginning to forget what it is like to not have these symptoms. I keep hoping that tea and sleep will make it go away, but nothing seems to work. All I can do is hope that next week is better:)

I've Been Thinking?!?!

So, for the past year I have really been thinking about law school. I have no idea why? I have just been wondering if I really see myself teaching for the rest of my career. I know it seems crazy since I just finished my Master's Degree. But, I have been thinking more and more about it. Lewis and Clark has a great part time program and I could take more classes during the summers, since I don't work. I guess it is good to always have options and it doesn't hurt to look into seeing what it all really entails. To tell ya the truth the only thing that really scares me is taking the bar exam. I think I will make an appointment and check it out:)

I Survived...

This past week was the first week of students. For the most part everything went well. My classes just need to get balanced out. I have two classes with 12 and 13 students and two classes with 30 students. Hopefully, by Monday it will all be straightened out. It was nice to see some students and some are already getting on my nerves. Middle school is such a bizarre age group. Some students are well mature beyond their years and others still act as if they are in third grade. I just hope that those ones mature enough in time for high school. This age group is actually one of my favorites. I enjoy the curriculum (U.S. History) and for the most part the students are familiar with my expectations (many have had me since 6th and 7th grade), which makes it a much easier transition. Overall, I am hoping for a great school year!