Well, Scott and I just got back from a cruise to Catalina and Ensenada. The cruise was great! We had a great time and were excited to get back. We were so excited that we were the first off of the boat....why? Well, if you know us, that does not sound like us at all. What would make us act that crazy? Our son. Yes, Grant.
We received an email one week before our cruise indicating that Grant was receiving an award on that Friday that our ship came back. The ceremony was at 8:45 am. We were set to dock by 7:30am. Well, we didn't know if it could happen but we figured we should try. They didn't tell us what the award was for, in fact we speculated anywhere from a fundraising award to an academic award.
Well, out of twenty other classmates in his kindergarten class, he was chosen to be one of four to receive an award. The award was in the area of Language Arts for being an "amazing Accelerated Reader." We are so proud. I would post pictures, but I have two reasons not to do so. Oh, and yes, if you could not figure out...we made it to the award ceremony. Thank you Grandpa Gary for getting up so early and coming to get us!
Two reasons I am not posting a pic on here. One is that my camera is on the brink (although I took some yesterday). Second reason is because I am a little weird about someone scrolling the Internet and finding out what elementary school my son goes to...which was posted on every ounce of every picture I took. :)
WE ARE TOO PROUD!!! Grant is reading at a third grade level and he loves to read. :)
Saturday, January 09, 2010
Friday, December 18, 2009
Our Little Shepard Boy
Grant was a shepard again this year in the church Christmas program. He practiced his two songs and his three lines. He was ready. We went to the rehearsal...which was a little chaotic. Everything was good. It was almost too smooth. I was worried.
The day of (last Sunday), we arrived and put on our costume. The excitment was in the air. In fact, the excitement was starting to get to Grant. He became a little "wild." So, I had to regulate. Then, he met up with his two shepard buddies (Andy and Andrew). Then, they gave the boys five foot staffs. OH MY!!!
Bottomline, he read his line, sang his songs and did not hit anyone with the staff (a couple of stars and flags...but no people). :) It was success!!! I was so proud. What was the reward? Playdoh Spaghetti Factory. No, I am not kidding. Oh, and the privilege to continue to play Fishville.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Should I brag...maybe I will offset it with a challenge
As you all know, Grant started kindergarten. He has been in for almost four weeks. He is loving it. However, he definitely wants us to pick him up no later than 4pm. In fact, I picked him up today at 4:10 and he nearly lost it.
Anywho, I must brag a little...not to worry because I will offset that with a few challenges.
Grant knows his ABCs and has "graduated" from the "Alphabet club" to the Accelerated Reader program. He started the AR program last Monday and has read seven books so far. The AR program has them reading books on their own and then taking a comprehension test the next day on the material. If they pass (which he has), then they pick another book. I am very proud that Grant is five and reading at a first grade level!!! Whoop! Whoop!! I must give credit to everyone for reading to him (from us to family to friends to preschool teachers)!!!
The challenges of kindergarten. Well, it turns out that when a child is misbehaving in his teacher's class, they do not receive a stamp. Grant has missed this opportunity (due to poor behavior) twice! OUCH! I literally called the first time because his teacher called me. Thank goodness for good friends to help me feel this is "normal." Grant was super exhausted after Back-to-School night. That following day, he was laying around the room and not doing what his teacher told him to do. Therefore, the phone call home.
Thankfully, the past three days he has received the stamp. I hope this continues. I will continue to remind him how wonderful it is to be a good listener.
A side note: Tonight, Grant told Scott and I (very nonchalantly) that his new table was very great because all of the people around him listen to him. LOL The teacher made some seat changes last week due to what she called as "personality differences." Really? In kindergarten? Anywho, she changed seats of several students (one being Grant) and he is happy with his quieter audience of tablemates. LOL Surprise, he wants people to be quiet around him. ;)
Anywho, I must brag a little...not to worry because I will offset that with a few challenges.
Grant knows his ABCs and has "graduated" from the "Alphabet club" to the Accelerated Reader program. He started the AR program last Monday and has read seven books so far. The AR program has them reading books on their own and then taking a comprehension test the next day on the material. If they pass (which he has), then they pick another book. I am very proud that Grant is five and reading at a first grade level!!! Whoop! Whoop!! I must give credit to everyone for reading to him (from us to family to friends to preschool teachers)!!!
The challenges of kindergarten. Well, it turns out that when a child is misbehaving in his teacher's class, they do not receive a stamp. Grant has missed this opportunity (due to poor behavior) twice! OUCH! I literally called the first time because his teacher called me. Thank goodness for good friends to help me feel this is "normal." Grant was super exhausted after Back-to-School night. That following day, he was laying around the room and not doing what his teacher told him to do. Therefore, the phone call home.
Thankfully, the past three days he has received the stamp. I hope this continues. I will continue to remind him how wonderful it is to be a good listener.
A side note: Tonight, Grant told Scott and I (very nonchalantly) that his new table was very great because all of the people around him listen to him. LOL The teacher made some seat changes last week due to what she called as "personality differences." Really? In kindergarten? Anywho, she changed seats of several students (one being Grant) and he is happy with his quieter audience of tablemates. LOL Surprise, he wants people to be quiet around him. ;)
Sunday, September 06, 2009
This all started in Arkansas and it is too cute!
Grant and I went to Arkansas this summer for a little over two weeks. In this time, we were relied only on ourselves. In other words, we did not have dad to help us (like we ususally do). So, Grant was told by Scott before we left to take care of his mother.
Well, one morning I woke up and did not feel well at all. In fact, I ended up throwing up and being really sick. I needed some help. I called Grant into the bedroom. When Grant walked in, he asked, "What is it my little angel?" I could hardly even remember what I was going to ask him for because it was so cute. I did ask him to get me some water (which he did). I figured that he heard that from some show or movie or something. I also figured that would be the only time I would hear that.
Well, now when I ask Grant to come to me, he says one of two things: "What is it my little angel?" or "What is it my little princess?"
I did not teach him this and I am certainly not going to end this! I am going to enjoy this for as long as he will dish it out! I had to share, it is way too cute.
Well, one morning I woke up and did not feel well at all. In fact, I ended up throwing up and being really sick. I needed some help. I called Grant into the bedroom. When Grant walked in, he asked, "What is it my little angel?" I could hardly even remember what I was going to ask him for because it was so cute. I did ask him to get me some water (which he did). I figured that he heard that from some show or movie or something. I also figured that would be the only time I would hear that.
Well, now when I ask Grant to come to me, he says one of two things: "What is it my little angel?" or "What is it my little princess?"
I did not teach him this and I am certainly not going to end this! I am going to enjoy this for as long as he will dish it out! I had to share, it is way too cute.
Saturday, September 05, 2009
Wii and Wii Fit
Okay, while my camera and computer are on the outs, I will make the best of my situation. My computer is not recognizing my camera. I think they must have been in a fight and not over it yet. I am going to re-install the software for my camera again...maybe that will solve the problem.
Anywho, I am writing this blog in response to the Wii that I was given when I returned from Arkansas. Scott and Grant came home with it the day after we returned. I've been wanting a Wii forever. So, I was pleasantly surprised and happy to get that (and Wii Fit). Grant loves to create Wii Me's for everyone. He is actually really good at this task.
Well, I have realized that Wii Fit is rude. When you step on she sounds like you have hurt her. "OOOHHHH" she says. I wished she would. Scott and I laugh at her. The other night we were ready to jump on her and see what she says. LOL
Grant is so into Wii, Wii Fit, Wii Sports and Wii Carnival. We have to play daily. Oh, did I mention he was competitive? Well, he is very competitive. I think that Scott has that same competitiveness. I only mention this because Scott has to set every high score in ANY game we play. I am not kidding. I held the "hula hoop" spot...not for long. Also, the step aerobics is being practiced. I know I will be 2nd soon. LOL
Long story short, if you don't have a Wii....go out right now and buy one. I don't care if you have some other gaming system. It is different. We have PS2 and that is fine for Rock Band and such. But the Wii is too fun!
Anywho, I am writing this blog in response to the Wii that I was given when I returned from Arkansas. Scott and Grant came home with it the day after we returned. I've been wanting a Wii forever. So, I was pleasantly surprised and happy to get that (and Wii Fit). Grant loves to create Wii Me's for everyone. He is actually really good at this task.
Well, I have realized that Wii Fit is rude. When you step on she sounds like you have hurt her. "OOOHHHH" she says. I wished she would. Scott and I laugh at her. The other night we were ready to jump on her and see what she says. LOL
Grant is so into Wii, Wii Fit, Wii Sports and Wii Carnival. We have to play daily. Oh, did I mention he was competitive? Well, he is very competitive. I think that Scott has that same competitiveness. I only mention this because Scott has to set every high score in ANY game we play. I am not kidding. I held the "hula hoop" spot...not for long. Also, the step aerobics is being practiced. I know I will be 2nd soon. LOL
Long story short, if you don't have a Wii....go out right now and buy one. I don't care if you have some other gaming system. It is different. We have PS2 and that is fine for Rock Band and such. But the Wii is too fun!
Wednesday, September 02, 2009
285th Post!!!!
This is the 285th post that I have made. WOW!!!! And some of you think I am a slacker. LOL.
I wanted to thank everyone that reads the blog and keeps up with Grant.
I wanted to thank everyone that reads the blog and keeps up with Grant.
Grant started kindergarten
Hi everyone! I know it has been awhile. In fact, a whole summer has passed by and I have blogged nothing. Don't feel bad...Scott went to Arkansas in June, then Grant and I went in July/August and I have posted nothing about any of these trips. Also, I actually printed out pictures of our trip to send to people and have not done anything with them...like send them.
Well the point of the blog was to tell you about Grant and Kindergarten. We met his teacher last week. She is nice and experienced. She is about 40ish and been teaching kinder for 20 years! CRAZY! Anywho, we met her one day and the next he started. Carol, Scott, Grant and I went to meet her. Then on the actual day of kinder it was just G and I. We did well. We had to park about four blocks away. Not much talking going on...now, that is an oddity in itself (for both of us...LOL). We walked in and placed his backpack on the hook, played and all of a sudden whistles were blown. The kids lined up, marched in waving bye and off they went. Grant was officially in kindergarten. No tears, a little sad and joy, but no tears. I had to call my friend Christi and make sure that it was "normal" not to cry. She said she didn't either!!!! Yeah! So, either we are normal or abnormal, but at least we are both together. LOL
That day when we picked Grant up, he was loving school. I hope this love continues. I am sure it will if he is anything like me or Scott. :)
Oh, I would add pictures or video, but my computer is not recognizing my camera at the moment. I need to find the software for my camera and re-load it.
Well the point of the blog was to tell you about Grant and Kindergarten. We met his teacher last week. She is nice and experienced. She is about 40ish and been teaching kinder for 20 years! CRAZY! Anywho, we met her one day and the next he started. Carol, Scott, Grant and I went to meet her. Then on the actual day of kinder it was just G and I. We did well. We had to park about four blocks away. Not much talking going on...now, that is an oddity in itself (for both of us...LOL). We walked in and placed his backpack on the hook, played and all of a sudden whistles were blown. The kids lined up, marched in waving bye and off they went. Grant was officially in kindergarten. No tears, a little sad and joy, but no tears. I had to call my friend Christi and make sure that it was "normal" not to cry. She said she didn't either!!!! Yeah! So, either we are normal or abnormal, but at least we are both together. LOL
That day when we picked Grant up, he was loving school. I hope this love continues. I am sure it will if he is anything like me or Scott. :)
Oh, I would add pictures or video, but my computer is not recognizing my camera at the moment. I need to find the software for my camera and re-load it.
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