Since our last post, which was the year end review video, quite a few things have happened. First of all, Brianna turned 4, Rebecca turned one, and I turned...older (ok, 36 - who's counting?). Dan, Jacob and Crystal's birthdays are all coming in the second half of the year. It was especially fun to celebrate Rebecca's first birthday, she "dove" right into her cake. We have the frosted pictures to prove it!
I also finished my first year teaching at Lava Ridge Intermediate School. It was a good experience, and I learned a lot. They have a great staff and I enjoyed working with them and the students. I learned a lot and have many ideas that I want to try and implement next year.
Near the end of the school year, Dan had quite the "exciting" experience! He fell from a playground zip line (about 6-8 feet above the ground) and broke his upper left arm, right below the shoulder. Because of the nature of the break, and where it was located, they couldn't cast it. So, he had surgery and had 4 pins inserted into the bone! Neither Crystal nor I have had either a broken bone or surgery, so it was a new experience for all of us. Now, over two months later the bone is mended, the pins are out, and all that remains visually are four mending battle scars!
I have also started yet another season playing in the pit orchestra at Tuacahn Ampitheater. This season I'm playing for Mary Poppins and Thoroughly Modern Mille. The music is challenging and fun.
Finally, the three older kids just completed a round of swimming lessons. It was Brianna's first time taking lessons, and she loved it! They all passed and are moving on to the next level. They'll take those lessons later this month.
Well, that sort of brings us up to date. We'll see if I can do a little better keeping things updated. If I do what I normally do, however, be sure to check my facebook page for more regular updates.
