Happy Birthday!

Today is my oldest daughter's 27th birthday. She has been a blessing in every way. Happy Birthday Casey

Grades

Why do my student's papers sit on the desk mocking me- grade yourselves I say!

Easter

Today was a lovely day. Since my parents passed away two years ago, Easter has been the toughest Holiday, probably because my Mom made it so much fun for the kids with Egg Hunts and all the relatives, then when she passed away, my Dad tried to have it , but it wasn't the same. Last year we had it at our house, but it was just sad. This year we all went to church, and actually sat at the front. The music was beautiful with Charlotte Brass, timpani, cymbals, trombone etc. ,then went to Casey and Frank's new house for lunch. Frank's parents came as well as his brother, sister, and her daughter. Food was great, lots of young adults for the Egg Hunt- now that they are older they hunt for money not candy, Ramona loved her animal eggs, and it was nice to share with Sue and Gordon. An old tradition dies, and a new one is born.
Happy Easter.

New Puppy

Mike and I drove to Statesville last weekend and brought home a new puppy. She is nipping at my ankles as I write. We have had a great time with her this week, watching her discover the world. se loves to chew on ice and chase leaves in the back yard. i know she is going to be challenging as she gets older, but I am looking forward to a summer of fun and playful days with her.