This has been our healthiest winter since Sean was born. We did not have one single sick doctor visit this winter. Not one (I'm not counting Evan getting one of his ear tubes re-done. We had no control over it falling out). I'm in shock!!!! No stomach bugs, no ear infections, no medications, nothing. Nada. And considering it's March 11th, I feel like we're in the clear. I can officially say we survived this winter and made it our healthiest yet. Anything that happens now, we can blame on the fluctuating weather and the changing of seasons. Right?
I feel the same way, buddy. Cautiously optimistic.
With spring on the horizon, it's time to get out of the house and get active. We took the winter months off from swim classes and gave the boys a break. Aside from Scott coaching and that monopolizing our Saturday mornings, I knew that random ice skating trips and skiing would be sufficient. March brought on the start of gymnastics class. I held my breath the entire first class. After multiple attempts and multiple sports, Sean really put us on edge. Other than swimming, he hasn't shown much interest in sports. But, alas, gymnastics has been a success! We are 2/2!
Evan has been excelling at gymnastics too! The kid is fearless. Handstand using the wall? No problem. Running full speed toward a vault? You got it.
Of course, the favorite parts for both boys are jumping in the foam blocks and getting their stamps at the end.
It's weird how busy the winter can be. I mean, you expect the spring and summer to be filled with activities and going outside. But, the winter? It's relentless at work. Third card marking is a nightmare. Snow days, cold days, ACT testing for juniors, collaborative meetings with the middle school. Aye! And because I enjoy torturing myself, I applied to be a part of the Aspiring Administrator Academy through the county. It's an intense training for those that are considering moving toward a leadership position. Evening meetings, Saturday morning meetings, and a 3 day internship at a different school. I'm exhausted.
But, it's been incredible. I don't know that this is in my near future. But, it's certainly something to consider when the kids get older. I'm not quite ready to leave the classroom yet. However....when there's a full moon like there was last week, I might be singing a different tune. I swear, there has to be some data linked to full moons and student behavior.
I finally put some good use to my tripod and zoom lens last Thursday night and read a few tutorials quickly to get this shot. It's not perfect, but it was easier than I thought it would be. I love putting to use the money invested in having a nice camera.
Now I just need to remember to turn the camera on me every now and again. Proud of the hard work and dedication that went into losing 37 pounds through Weight Watchers, I wouldn't mind being in a few pictures. I was pretty impressed with this shot of Scott and I on our way out to a Plymouth Whaler's hockey game to celebrate his birthday!
Looking forward to another date night with this hunk Friday night! And of course, to spending the weekend with my babies and my nieces!
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