Shoot Me! 18 of 52

Today is Week 18 of 52 in the Shoot Me challenge where you step out from behind the camera and post a photo of yourself. This challenge is sponsored by Carin over at Forever in Blue Jeans.

This week's photo was taken by Erica as part of a school project she had to complete. Her 1st grade class read a story about a character named, Flat Stanley. Each student then had to make their own Flat Stanley and take it home. Flat Stanley was to go on adventures with them. Each student was to take pictures of Flat Stanley in different locations and then make a poster to share with the class. I was reading, so, Erica thought that Flat Stanley might enjoy reading also.

Take care,

Michelle

Soccer

Erica has never played soccer until this spring. Given the choice between soccer or track, she decided to give soccer a chance. She started practice mid April for two weeks and then last week we started playing games. Erica's team is called the Pink Panthers and their shirts are bright pink. There are five girls on the team and they play 3 on 3 for 1st grade girls.

This was at her first game last Thursday night. Erica is getting ready to kick off and it just missed going into the goal.

Running after the play.


Chasing down the ball.

I am happy to report that during her second game last Saturday Erica scored a goal. After she scored a goal she turned toward the bleachers and looked at Keith and me with the biggest grin on her face. Then I have to report that shortly after that she accidentally scored a goal for the opposing team. The weather on Saturday was very windy and cold here and she kicked the ball and then wind took it right into the other team's goal. Erica then had a look on her face of, "I can't believe that just happened". It gave us a good laugh. Her play is improving each game and she is learning to play more aggressive and not to be afraid (soccer is not a game of manners).

Take care,

Michelle

Spring Volleyball

This spring Cara decided to participate in volleyball instead of track. Twice a week during the month of April, Cara was in the gym at school practicing her volleyball skills. Each spring the head varsity volleyball coach hosts a clinic for the 3rd-6th grade students at the school. Mrs. Borgmann wants these girls to get excited about volleyball and start to learn the skills needed to play in high school on her teams. Cara had a GREAT time and I noticed that her skills have improved since last fall when she played at the YMCA.

Waiting for serve receive.

After spiking the ball.

Take care,

Michelle

Shoot Me! 17 of 52

Today is week 17 of 52 in the Shoot Me challenge sponsored by Carin over at Forever in Blue Jeans. This is your chance to step out from behind the camera and post a photo of yourself alone, with a spouse, or with friends or family.

Today's photo is a of Justin and me dancing. Lately, when you ask Justin who his friend is his response is "Mommy". Currently he is no one else's friend except for me, but we will see how long this lasts.

Take care,
Michelle

Telemarketers

Yesterday I was sent an e-mail with an attachment of a conversation between a telemarketer and the person called. This person really dislikes telemarketers and decides to get a little revenge on the telemarketer. Listen to this and then tell me what you think. This is one of the most hilarious conversations I have heard in a long time. I understand that these people are only doing their job by contacting us, but they sure do call at the wrong time.

Take care,

Michelle

Where did spring go?

Where did the spring weather go off to? The weather here the last few days has NOT been spring like. It has been foggy, windy, dreary, rainy and most of all COLD. Yesterday the temperature was only in the 40's. The girls got upset when I told them that they had to wear pants and coats to school. Therefore, I decided to post some spring pictures from another day when the weather was warmer and nicer.

Take care,

Michelle

Shoot Me! 16 of 52

It's Thursday again and time for my photo for the Shoot Me challenge sponsored by Carin over at Forever in Blue Jeans. It is your chance to step out from behind the camera and post a photo with you in it.

This photo was taken last summer at my high school class reunion. My best friend, Kris, and I are standing in the front row on the far right. This is not the best picture, but it goes with my quote of the day from my 365 Stress-Free Moments for Women calendar that I look at every day.

Today's quote was "There are some friends you know you will have for the rest of your life. You're welded together by love, trust, respect, loss - or simple embarrassment." *** "Friends come and friends go, but a true friend sticks by you like family." Proverbs 18:24.

When I read this quote this morning, I instantly thought of Kris. She will always be my best friend. We don't see each other often or talk often, but we each know to just call if we need something. Kris lives in southeastern Missouri and I live in northeastern Nebraska - so, there are many miles between us. But miles don't take away friendship.

Take care,

Michelle