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July has been really challenging but we’re making it through.  We’ve had Fourth of July celebrations, softball drama and the eldest son’s 19th birthday.  The younger two both finished their math books for the year and they are working on … Continue reading →

I  can hardly believe June is over – I still have bitter, cold memories of the winter that would never end.  We did finally break down and turn the air conditioning on yesterday.  Mostly because my mom was coming out … Continue reading →

We spent most of the day at soccer travel team tryouts for my youngest.  She isn’t that excited about being on the travel team per se, but she enjoyed playing soccer with her friends and having fun on a beautiful … Continue reading →

Now that I’m finally starting to believe Winter is over and Summer is really here, our lessons are winding down.  (Yes, Winter really did feel that long!) We don’t ever stop lessons but it’s a shame to miss out on … Continue reading →

My old pc was retired, in large part due to the rootkit virus that overtook it.  It was a mess and I wasn’t able to get it off, so I used my savings and bought a shiny, brand-new pc.  I … Continue reading →

My fifth grade daughter is studying Book 3 in Suzuki Violin.  So far, she finds the first 2 pieces to be boring and repetitive.  She enjoyed learning the first piece in one week but she has to spend more time … Continue reading →

Sad news first:  our sicky Mamma guinea pig passed away.  She looked calm and relaxed, as though she died in her sleep, rather than in pain.  She had over a full month of extra love, baths, water therapy, delicious favorite … Continue reading →

My fifth grade daughter’s private violin teacher challenged her to memorize the first piece in Suzuki Book 3 in one week by learning one section a day.  She stepped up to the challenge and has  been working diligently every day.  … Continue reading →