We spent Fall break at Legoland in Florida with Grandmommy and Grandaddy and had a blast. The rides were a little too small for you and a little too big for Andrew, but everyone was still able to find something they loved. The weather was beautiful and we enjoyed the time!
You had a great start at your new school! I can’t believe you are in the 6th grade! You had a little bit of a tough time transitioning from your old school, but have met new people and are really doing well. I’m so proud that you’ve dived head first into your studies and are maintaining great grades and developing great study habits! You come home on the bus for the first time all by yourself and complete studying and homework without having to be reminded. Your responsibility and dedication amaze us!
Thanksgiving was fun this year. We made the trek to Michigan for Uncle Chris to host and enjoyed hanging out with family, a yummy meal, and a hockey game. It was so fun to see all the cousins spending time together!!
Christmas was a whirlwind. We started the season with The Living Christmas Story at church where you were in a shop one night and a reluctant angel the next. You were a good sport and as always it kicked off the season just right. You were treated with a special gift from Aunt Stacey of going to see Wicked on Broadway and a trip to New York for the day! It was a trip of a lifetime that I know you will never forget!
We then had a fun time with Grandmommy and Grandaddy doing fun things like seeing the lights at the zoo and Saluda Shoals! Christmas Eve was spent at church (with you lighting the advent wreath- you were nervous but did it with poise and grace) and then over at Uncle Mitch and Aunt Staceys and then the day after Christmas Uncle Rob came since he had the flu on Christmas. Your gifts from Santa this year were an apple watch and some on cloud shoes. I can’t believe you are old enough to want such grown up presents now, but your kind and humble attitude and gratitude for all you get makes us proud! You were such a great helper over Christmas break, often cooking or cleaning without being asked to do so.
Tennis continues to go well for you. You are now splitting an hour lesson each week with another player and enjoying getting “real” playing time. I can’t believe you will try out for the high school team this summer! You work hard and have a good attitude and we are proud of you!
