Swimming Lessons - Cass

When we went off track in May, it was Cass's turn for swimming lessons. I had gotten her in the same level as Cutter, and after the first time, I could tell that she was going to do great. So great that we ended up switching with a friend that was in a level up, because her little one wouldn't even get in the water. So Cass moved up, and was will other friends, and definitely comfortable in her situation. She and her friend would do somersaults in the water, and dive to the bottom (4ft) to get toys. She had a blast, and did a great job. Even to the point, that she finally decided to jump off the diving board with the rest of her class. Great job Cass!

Cassidy's Piano Recital

Cassidy started piano lessons this year. She has quite the talent to hear a song and pick it out on the piano, much like her Uncle Jeff. She loves her teacher, and loves to practice and play...although sometimes what she practices and plays are not her lessons. We are working on that. She was trying to pick a song for recital, and couldn't decide between 3 pieces. She learned all three, and then decided on Swan Lake, the same piece that her ballet recital is too, especially after her teacher added a few notes, so it sounded even closer to the ballet piece. She did a great job! What a girl!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4AI9byOSuc

Evening of the Arts

 

This year the school started the choir program back up for the kids. Cass was very excited and for many months went to school an hour early twice a week to practice. They learned a musical "Pirates of Grammer Island." She got to help with painting the scenery, learned some simple choreography, and a lot of songs. They got to perform it 3 times, twice for the school, and an evening performance at the Evening of the Arts at school. It was very well done, and so cute. Also, the kids in their classes did art work that they had displayed that night as well. The top picture is of the kids in front of their work.

Going to the Zoo

Cutter was so excited for his fieldtrip! He was going to get to ride on the school bus, and go to the zoo! It worked out that I was able to go with him. We had a lot of fun, and saw some of the great animals. He also thought it was pretty awesome to eat lunch there too!

T Ball

We left it up to Cutter to decide if he wanted to play baseball this year. When spring attempted to come this year, he asked his dad when he would start baseball. So we signed him up! He has improved so much he is hitting better, and understanding the game more. He has really enjoyed it this year. He is so fun to watch play. Go Blueclaws!!!!


Up to bat

Heading to first

Hangin' at third


playing pitcher

Let's Dance

 
Kenzie took dance the second semester of school this year. She enjoyed it so much. She told me quite often that she missed dance, but not enough to quit soccer! These pictures are of their year end recital. She had a lot of fun back stage. Such a cute girl!

Birthday Boy

 

This year Cutter turned 6! He got to have his very first friend birthday this year. C and I came up with a plan several years ago that the kids could have a friend party on even birthday years...6, 8, 10 etc. Odd years they could invite a friend to dinner. Cutter was so excited to have his friends over. He wanted to play just basic birthday games. We played pin the tail on the donkey, musical chairs, freeze dance, and had a pinata. He had such a great time.