Well, what a day today was! After many weeks of preparation, my class finally had their science fair at Nelson School. The kiddos selected projects on their own, worked hard to do some research, they conducted their experiments, wrote up a "Big kid" report, created a fancy display board, and presented to classmates, friends, teachers, and parents. It was such a sight to be seen. The kiddos did most of the work today. I bopped around taking pictures and making sure everyone was all set. I had to frequently visit the Tsunami presentation because, well, things were getting a little washed up! He was having so much fun destroying the town that he was cracking his project. Oops! Nothing a little hot glue can't fix! We had a dart projector that blasted NERF darts across the playground. It was outstanding. We had bike jumps, cookies, static balloons, sinking and flosting, milk color wheels, rusting hot wheels, blowing up a balloon with no hands, a mini-hot air balloon and of course, the tsunami. Teachers and parents loved listening to the kiddos present. How cute it is to hear 8,9 and 10 year olds use the word hypothesis correctly? Too cute. They also talked about controls, data, procedure, materials, and conclusions. My little ones are growing up!
I was pooped afterschool. After a 45 minute tutoring session with one of my kiddos, I prepped for tomorrow before I came home for a quick cat nap. I certainly needed it. : ) I am very glad this is done.
Time now to call it a night. I hope you all had a wonderful day. Let's hope the weather warms up again! Love ya!
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Monday, April 28, 2008
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Sunday, April 27, 2008
Saturday Night With The girls
I had so much fun last night out with some of my favorite people. After spending the day cleaning the house, I was ready to party. Tina was the first to show up at 7. Followed by Matora and then the TF crew. I was so excited to see everyone. The party was going to be larger, but many people cancelled on the day of. So that stunk. But, we still managed to have a great time. Nothing like sipping margaritas, munching on snack food, and chatting with the girls. It was some much needed girl time! Around 10 we went out to The Railroad here in Keene. It isn't much of a dance club, but in Keene, it is the best that you can find. We shook our booties to some old school last night. Remember Hotstepper? Rump Shaker? Coolio? Boyz to Men? It was cool. Lisa was trying to convince the group to go over to McCue's pool hall to meet up with a fellow employee. The crew wanted to dance, so we decided last call would be at McCue's. We walked in to the hall, they already called last call, but Lisa worked her magic and had her friend Brock serve us shots and beer. Well, not to me, but to the girls. We danced one song and it was then time to go. I drove the girls to McDonald's and that was quite the experience. 4 drunk ladies in the back of my car at the drive thru...wow! I couldn't stop laughing and I do not think the McDonald's crew was impressed. Pretty funny though. Anyway, I dropped the girls off at the Holiday Inn and headed home to bed. What a night! I love my girlfriends and they always know how to make me laugh. Next weekend we will reunite again for Morgan's first birthday. Wow! How time flies. Love you ladies! Thanks for visiting.
Friday, April 25, 2008
Back in Keene
So, here I am back in Keene. As usual, the free internet that we get in the apartment is not working. After setting up all these different things with my brother in Delaware, I was anxious to get back online to play around. I have lugged my things to the Colony Mill and here I sit in the Food Court. For those who don't know the Mill, it is actually very nice. Come visit and I will show you.
So...I posted a few of my Aidan pictures in a slideshow. There are MANY more. I will get to them, I promise. I have just been sitting here a bit too long. I conveniently chose a seat in the Colony Mill where the sun was shining directly on my forehead, so I have had to squint through this entire process. I know, I know, I should just move. Well, the sun continues to shift, so I am hoping I can tough it out. Oh well.
I miss the little pumpkin in Delaware already. He is just so much fun to hang out with. He is so inquisitive now and very aware. He is starting to play with sounds and his smile is to die for! it was great to come home though. I was happy to see my Bigger Pumpkin here in Keene. I missed him very much.
This morning I started the process of cleaning up the apartment and shopping for snacks and drinks for tomorrow night's Girls Night In. I cannot wait to see friends and let loose a little bit. It should be a good time. I am sure there will be pictures to prove it. Check back.
Anyway, I am off to the apartment on this beautiful sunny day to continue laundry, scrub the bathtub, clean the floors and dust. Such fun! Hopefully dessert will be my reward.
Love you all. : ) Eat something sweet.
(Pots, hang in there sweetie. My thoughts are with you.)
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Ahh....life at the DDC. That is what my brother calls life in Newark, Delaware. It is actually pretty cool. Yesterday, I had a day in the life of Mike Mullins. I woke up early to take Aidan to his 4 month doctors appointment. I watched him get weighed, checked out, and given shots! Ahh! He loved the contact paper and was quite the show off for his Doctor. His name is Dr. Funk. Yep, that's right. Dr. Funk. He was great with Aidan.
Next up, to the grocery store. We picked up a few things to have around the house. I was able to push Aidan around in the cart. He was zonked after a visit to the doctors. After, Aidan slept while Mike and I hung around the house for a bit. Mike make me a Kraft Delux Mac & Cheese. For those who don't know Mike very well, he loves cheese. I was told, by a very wise one, that, "Everything is better with cheese." It was delicious. Anyway, later in the day, I tagged along while Mike went to a house inspection with the structural engineer. Again, for those that don't know, Mike and Sarah are in the works to purchase their first house! So, while Mike was playing grown-up, Aidan and I strolled the neighborhood. It was very cute, but pretty hilly. I had quite the workout pushing an 18 lb. baby up a steep hill. I took some pictures of the house for Mike and I was quite impressed. The house is the perfect "Mike and Sarah" house because it is great for entertaining. There is a huge family room, great kitchen with a bar, nice back porch, and large dining room. My next visit will be to the new house! Finally, we wrapped up the day by going to Mike and Sarah's new favorite eatery in Newark, Timothy's. It was great. Aidan enjoyed looking at the fish in the tank.
It is fun to hang out and see my brother in a whole new light. Hard to believe we are all growing up so fast. Anyway, enjoy the day. Make sure you eat something sweet! Love ya!
Monday, April 21, 2008
Test Post
Just trying to occupy some space while I format my web page. This will get more interesting soon...