It has been too long since I have blogged. I know that in twenty years, I will regret that. So today, instead of digging into work, I am going to take a moment to write down some memories for the kiddo's scrapbooks.
Chad: The three month break from school is almost over. I began summer break with swimming lessons and then a 1 1/2 week vacation at the farm with Grams and Papa. July flew by with trips to Silver Dollar City, my birthday, and swimming at home. Sadly, it has been too hot to do much playing outside but I look forward to the cooler weather so that we can do family bike rides. I have helped Mom with watering of the garden and apple tree.
In July, I had a check up with an cardiologist. It wasn't the report that we planned on receiving. First, my resting heart rate is very low. The card. instructed me to wear a monitor to make sure that my heart rate rose during exercise. We received the results back and my heart rate ranged from 45 to 181 and this was considered normal. Secondly, we learned that one of my arteries is dilated. The cardiologist instructed my Mom not to panic and not to let it ruin our summer! But, we will go back next year for a check up and round of tests. We are praying that the arteries and heart will catch up to the size and it will be normal again.
After working daily on school work, mom was not satisfied with the progress in reading. I met with my Occupational Therapist for another round of tests. While the sensory issues are still there, I scored age appropriate or advanced on everything except one area. Mom and my OT were very happy about this! This didn't solve our problem, so I tested with my speech pathologist.
And we found our problem. I have severe delays in several areas. This has lead to several more tests and meetings for mom. She is working with the school to get accommodation in place and I will begin speech next week. Until then Mom and I have started a new way of learning to try and fill in the holes that I have. Praise God that I catch on very quickly and am already making great strides to the new learning process.
I loved watching the Olympics and would have watched everything possible if Mom and Dad would have let me. After watching many competitions, I tried to figure out what I want to do in the Olympics when I get older.
Kaylee: Seven days from now I will be finishing up my first day of Kindergarten. I couldn't be more excited. Thursday I will meet my teacher and take my school supplies to my classroom. I have learned how to put my hair in a ponytail and pig tails. This will really help me in school if I need to redo my hair. Mommy is really going to miss me but she knows that school is what is best for me. Cason is also going to really miss me. He and I are buds. When I sit on the floor, he comes and sits on my lap. I really, really like this.
I have "resigned" from my teaching position so that I can go to Kindergarten. This was really sad but I still teach again next summer. I still lay out folders and name tags for all my students. Right now I am working on preparing myself for school by writing letters and numbers and working on math flashcards. This is great fun for me.
Mom and I went some friends to a Tea Room for lunch without the boys. We had tea, sandwiches, and orange rolls. We dressed up and Mommy curled my hair. Our friends gave me some dress-up doll stickers. It was a highlight for me and I felt very grown up.
Cole: Trains, books, guns, and outside play. My imagination continues to drive my playtime. I love to swim and ride my bike. Silver Dollar City has been the highlight of my summer. I love the Lost River ride and even rode the small roller coaster, Thunderation.
While swimming with Mommy yesterday, I surprised her by quoting several Bible verses in a row. Daddy has been helping me at bedtime learn verses about self-control and obedience. I know them very well. Now if I can just do what they say!
Cason: My family is trying to make me talk. It frustrates me but I am slowly obliging. Talking isn't high on my priority list, but walking wasn't either and I finally gave in. Each morning I wake up saying, "ball, ball" as I look outside trying to find the beach ball inside the trampoline. I pray at each meal time and at random times. Suddenly, I squat down, bow my head, and fold my hands and whisper, "Sesus." Then I stand up with arms in the air and shout, "Eh Meh." This sometimes happens several times in a row.
A strong temper is still part of my make up. I don't like being told no. My scream is a little piercing and gets me in trouble! If I can get hold of a pencil or pen I will write on anything possible. Outside is my favorite place. I love to climb up and down the swingset. I went down the slide by myself last night. It took me by surprise but then I was anxious to do it again.
Michael: Biking is in full swing but he is thankful for the cooler weather. On one lunch-time ride, his Garmin registered 112 degrees. But with the ending to fall comes the later sunrise which means he can't ride as early in the morning. He is looking at two century rides the end of Sept and beginning of Oct. His family is looking forward to it being cool enough for long family bike rides on the local bike trails. Work is keep him very busy and we wish he could come home closer to time. But we are thankful for Michael's job and how he continues to enjoy it.
Heidi: It wasn't the end to summer that we expected but we praise God for the support system around us. God has placed amazing people in our lives from doctors to therapist to friends. I am leading a Bible study once a week with a group of amazing ladies who all deeply desire to grow in their relationship with Christ. I praise God for the time that we have had and look forward to several more weeks.
ABCJLM has been crazy busy but God has been good. Thankfully we have hired some help which has eased my burden and time commitment. This summer I finished the ninth book and have enjoyed seeing the excitement come over it. God is doing amazing things through the website and blog and we are excited to see where He leads us next.
As Papa's campaign manager, I got in on the political process by strategizing, helping write newspaper articles, and preparing brochures. We were happy when the election was done and saw that Papa received 49% of the votes over his two opponents.
Well, I believe that about catches us up on events and I must return to work! Now my kid's scrapbooks won't have as large of a gap as what it could have been!
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