Hilliard Dolphins 1st game

You have to check out this video - this is their new cheer...they love it...they each have a solo!

Here are some photo's - we may have been a small squad for this game - we missed Ashlee and Allysa - but we were mighty!

Hopefully you will get out to a Dolphin game this year!

I'LL DO ANYTHING!

I am not above bribery! Let's just say the girls rooms are a mess and the fighting has been out of control. This morning there was a full blown hair pull and a punch in the gut. I was in shock.

See these 2 lovely brand spankin new webkinz?

Well, if the rooms get cleaned up, homework done w/o arguement, and no fighting...Abbi will become the proud owner of the Monkey and Alison, the alligator. They each get 3 strikes, then the webkinz are mine.

Since we have a housefull coming this weekend for the OSU/YSU game, things needed to get cleaned up. I am hoping some bribery will pay off. And, thank goodness Judy (my cleaning lady) comes on Friday!

Go BUCKS!

August CF Clinic Update

So, today Alison had CF clinic and, it was not one of her best. Her weight is still of huge concern to Dr. Shell, she only gained .2 k. Her PFT's were good at 106, but still not up to what they were pre-spring.

Dr. Shell and Alison had a heart to heart about eating, and how important it is to her health. In particular, how important it is for a dancer to keep her strength up and stay healthy.

There is a direct connection between pulmonary health and nutrician. Basically, Alison is the size and weight of a 4 year old...in case you've lost track, she is 7 1/2.

He is really concerned and talked to her about alternatives (G-tube) and told her that she is old enough to understand and be a part of the solution.

I think it was good for her to hear it from him. She was upset, but understood. So, after cheerleading we went to Kroger and she did some shopping. Here is what my pantry now looks like...

Full of Junk! All stuff he said to have her eat. I will try anything!

Finally! 1st day of 2nd grade pictures

I know, it's been a week. Well, after a somewhat rocky start to 2nd grade, we have finally settled in. Alison's hives are all gone, and Abbi is getting to know her teacher.

Alison broke out in hives 3 days before school started last week. We have no clue from what, but she goes to an allergist next week. We believe it is environmental, but really are not sure. After a week of itchy splotches and lots of benadryl, she is all better.

Abbi has some anxiety about her new schedule, teacher, hallway, lunch procedures, etc. etc. but has finally settled in and is enjoying 2nd grade. So was thrilled to be placed with her pal Amanda again, so that really helped.

Here are a few pics from the morning.

Luckily, they were able to top off their first week, with the Jonas Brothers concert...thanks to Aunt Jen! They had a great time.

Great News!

We had some exciting news in our house this week. When I went to the dance studio to sign Alison for the 08-09 dance season, I was pulled aside by the owner and Alison's tap teacher for a discussion about her "future". So, I am thinking, she is only 7 1/2 so what could they possibly be talking about? Well, Alison has been invited to be in the Competition Classes with Marjorie Jones School of Dance. I am so proud of her! They told me that they feel she has some natural abilities and that they would like her to have some more instruction on technique and that the Accelerated Competition classes are the place to do that. With all that kiddo has been through this past spring, this is some special news for her. She is so excited. Doug and I were taken by surprise, she missed 4 classes last spring leading up to recital, so we were concerned she lost some skill, but I guess not.

The first 2 years will be technique building with 3 or 4 competitions, and then if she chooses to continue on she will audition for level 3 and higher, with options for solos and duets. She is taking this very seriously, Daddy is even going to build her a "floor" so she can practice in the basement. We told her part of the this commitment is that she has to practice. So, I guess I will be dusting off my tap shoes so that I can help her out. Scary, I know. She even has her little dance friend Sadie moving up also, so she already will have a friend with her on the first day.

If you see her this week, holler at your girl some congratulations.

This was Alison at this past springs recital!

EI Photo's (I think)

Okay, so I am just playing around trying to figure out how to do a slideshow. I think I did it wrong, but I am giving it a try. Again, I THINK. I really need that tutorial, from SOBER people.

Anyway, here goes nothing....please accept my oops if it does not work!

Indian Lake

Went to Indian Lake today and took a super long boat ride around the lake. It was a beautiful Day!!!We actually got Alison to ride the jet ski - she loved it! We are working on downloading some photos so those will be up soon! Off to go sit on the deck and stare at the lake! Later!

Happy Friday!!!!

TGIF!!!!!! Another week bites the dust! We are really looking forward to this weekend! We will be home for some of it....our first weekend home in 3 weeks. And we will also head to the Lake House for Saturday. I will post some photos of the house, boat, lake and the kids in action on the tube and jet skis. Tonight, we are getting together with the Wacko Masco's for some gourmet burgers and to watch the Olympics opening ceremonies. The kids will be back in day camp for one more week - and them back at DCE. Alison is really excited about her teacher, Mrs. Wilson. Abbi will have Mrs. Boskovska - we really do not know her but are looking forward to meeting her.

Later!

Summer...where did it go?

What??? Only 11 days till school starts? That is crazy - where did this summer go? I feel like it was just the last day of school? I did not get to do half the things on the list of things we wanted to do.
Pretty much the month of June was spent recuperating from a tough 3 months of doctors, hospitals, and healing. July was family golf outing and the beach! So I need to pack August full of friends, fun, good food and REST!

I hope that everyone is having an awesome summer. As we hurry to get in vacations, last chance dips in the pool, trips to the zoo and water park...just remember school is starting and the kids get back into a routine and BUCKEYE FOOTBALL!!!!!

Let's us know if you are interested in some last minuet BB Q's, I feel like our grill did not get much of a workout this year! I sure hope next summer brings us more time for relaxing and friends!

Abbi's New Room

Abbi is so excited that her room is really coming together. The pink walls are gone, and she has a newly lofted bed! Thanks to Daddy and Justin for putting that together. The theme is beach and flip flops. It has been so fun finding things to put in there. We brought a lot back from NC and I have been searching online. She feels like a big girl now that the awful pink is gone! I guess we all make design mistakes...right??? I would love to hear about your worst decorating decision to date....

Abbi and Alison's Photo Shoot

Well Melissa has done it again. She was able to take some unruly and very hungry girls, and make it look like they cooperated! We are so lucky to have her working with our kids to take such great pictures. Here is a look at a few!

Long time...no bloggin!

Hello...I guess I am not real good about keeping this up-to-date. Life is getting back to normal since vacation...what is normal? We headed up to Put-in-Bay last weekend for some relaxation and some sun...it was great fun. My cousin is working up there at the Brewry as the chef so it was fun to catch up with him.

I cannot believe school starts in just 2 weeks. I am not ready. So much to do...we are going backpack shopping tonight. Both girls need haircuts and sneakers. I guess I will be doing some shopping this weekend.

More to come later...time to get to work!