First snow day of the year

Well we have our first snow day of the year. We got about an inch of sleet followed by an inch or two of snow. The kids are very unhappy about no school. Michael cried himself to sleep last night because he didn't want to miss his holiday party or band, not to mention the 6th grade versus the teachers in volleyball. Dawn was suppose to perform with her flute ensemble during 6th hour at the school administration building. Parker didn't want to miss his holiday party. Clayton was the only one not to disappointed about it.
I was suppose to have my work Christmas party tonight but am not sure that is still going to happen.

Colin's 4 year check up and update on musical

Well, Dawn and Clayton did not get a part in the musical, they are both upset they didn't get in.

Colin had his well child check up today. He know weighs 28 pounds and is 37.5 inches tall. He is up 3 pounds and 2.5 inches from last year. He is still little but healthy and that is what we care about.

Middle School Musical

So Dawn and Clayton's middle school is doing the musical "Back to the 80's" (it should have great music!), anyways, Dawn and Clayton both tried out today, and they both got call backs!!! I am soo excited for them! They go back tomorrow after school to try out again. I am not sure who is more nervous them or me!

Clayton

So Clayton was being bullied at school, poor kid, first year in middle school and some kid decides to bully him. Thankfully he is at a great school and Clayton filled out a peer concern report. Bob called the school on friday and we were called today and told that the kid is being dealt with, and that if he says anything else to Clayton that Clayton is to report it immediately to his counselor. The also changed Clayton schedule so he no longer is any classes with this kid. I am just relieved the school is making sure it is dealt with right away. Hopefully this is the end of it.

Halloween

Well another Halloween has come and gone. My kids had fun. Dawn was a princess, she went out trick or treating with friends, the first time she hasn't gone with us. Clayton was Tigger, he didn't really want to be but as we couldn't afford new costumes he was a trooper and went with what we had. Michael was a soldier. The helmet he wore was a birthday present from my dad, it was an actual Army helmet from the Korean war. Parker was Thomas the Tank engine, because his best friend Caleb was James, the red engine. Colin was a dragon (thank you Aunt Julie for giving us the costume!)

Zoo

We went to the zoo a couple of weeks ago with just the boys (Dawn was with friends) We had a great time. Colin loves the zoo he would go everyday if we would let him.

Michael's award

Michael got an award at school last week. He got the All Star award, which an award handed out by his specials teacher (PE, Spanish, Music, Media, art etc).

Here is a picture of Michael with his teacher Mr. Folchert with his award. (notice his teacher could be his dad)