•1:45 PM
This week marked the conclusion of three activities for the children.
First was the final meeting for the year of the phys. ed. program we participate in, called Christian Homeschoolers Athletic Association "Saints". There was an entire year of introducing the children to various sports and forms of recreation, as well as the Presid*ntial Physic*l Fitn*ss Challenge. Nope, neither child got the Presid*ntial Phys. Fit. Award, but they both met the criteria for the National Phys. Fit. Award, so they were happy about that. Part of the requirements were for Baby Girl to run a timed quarter mile, and for Little Son to run a timed half mile. We parents were invited to stay and watch the challenge. Boy, did this bring back memories of my school P.E. days (but we won't go there!)
This week also concluded another year of AWANA. Baby Girl is shown here with her ribbon and certificate. She completed the first Sparks book.
Here, Little Son is shown with his ribbon and certificate for completing Book One for Truth and Training (T&T).
But I think he was most excited about the gift cards he received for Plan*t Smo*thie and Brust*r's ice cream. They were awarded for his participation in the Bible Quiz this year, and for near-perfect attendance (29 weeks out of 30). You can see him returning to his seat with a broad grin, for he is holding a great treasure in his hand!
Saturday was the end of year graduation recital for our local Suzuki school. Here, Baby Girl is showing her Bach Award and her Book One Trophy. She looks so grown up to me in this photo!
When the recital was over, the children posed for pictures, some of which I cannot show here (I will not post other folks' children's photos on my blog if I can help it). But here is my favorite picture, of both children and their beloved teacher, Miss. S. She is living proof that the "strictest" teachers can also be the most cherished.
As for the recital itself, it was a wonderful experience and memory for us parents. Baby Girl had one solo, and Little Son had three performances, including a duet with Miss S. and a piece with the boys' chamber piano trio. The total performance time for our kids was over 15 minutes, so I have elected not to upload it to Yout*be or any place like that for now, due to the long duration, my slower connection speed, and out of respect for Little Son's co-performers.
However, if any of my readers would like to receive a copy of the DVD, send me an email. I do have a few copies to mail out. My email address is billberna @ bellsouth . net . The children played very, very well. We were happy, and their teachers were happy, too.
Is violin "over" for the summer? No, that never happens. We will continue to take private lessons with Miss S. throughout most of the summer. We have gotten somewhat addicted to one another, and neither party is able to go for more than a couple of weeks without meeting for lessons!
Can any of you violin moms out there relate?
First was the final meeting for the year of the phys. ed. program we participate in, called Christian Homeschoolers Athletic Association "Saints". There was an entire year of introducing the children to various sports and forms of recreation, as well as the Presid*ntial Physic*l Fitn*ss Challenge. Nope, neither child got the Presid*ntial Phys. Fit. Award, but they both met the criteria for the National Phys. Fit. Award, so they were happy about that. Part of the requirements were for Baby Girl to run a timed quarter mile, and for Little Son to run a timed half mile. We parents were invited to stay and watch the challenge. Boy, did this bring back memories of my school P.E. days (but we won't go there!)
This week also concluded another year of AWANA. Baby Girl is shown here with her ribbon and certificate. She completed the first Sparks book.
Here, Little Son is shown with his ribbon and certificate for completing Book One for Truth and Training (T&T).
But I think he was most excited about the gift cards he received for Plan*t Smo*thie and Brust*r's ice cream. They were awarded for his participation in the Bible Quiz this year, and for near-perfect attendance (29 weeks out of 30). You can see him returning to his seat with a broad grin, for he is holding a great treasure in his hand!
Saturday was the end of year graduation recital for our local Suzuki school. Here, Baby Girl is showing her Bach Award and her Book One Trophy. She looks so grown up to me in this photo!
When the recital was over, the children posed for pictures, some of which I cannot show here (I will not post other folks' children's photos on my blog if I can help it). But here is my favorite picture, of both children and their beloved teacher, Miss. S. She is living proof that the "strictest" teachers can also be the most cherished. 
As for the recital itself, it was a wonderful experience and memory for us parents. Baby Girl had one solo, and Little Son had three performances, including a duet with Miss S. and a piece with the boys' chamber piano trio. The total performance time for our kids was over 15 minutes, so I have elected not to upload it to Yout*be or any place like that for now, due to the long duration, my slower connection speed, and out of respect for Little Son's co-performers.However, if any of my readers would like to receive a copy of the DVD, send me an email. I do have a few copies to mail out. My email address is billberna @ bellsouth . net . The children played very, very well. We were happy, and their teachers were happy, too.
Is violin "over" for the summer? No, that never happens. We will continue to take private lessons with Miss S. throughout most of the summer. We have gotten somewhat addicted to one another, and neither party is able to go for more than a couple of weeks without meeting for lessons!
Can any of you violin moms out there relate?
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1 comments:
It has been a wonderful week. Of course, to a 9 year old, nothing is quite as wonderful as the prospect of ice cream!