Dance.

It's Dance Recital Week.
We started off with pictures today.
The girls were excited to finally get to wear their recital costumes.
I took the afternoon off from work and spent time getting Hannah and her friend, Sydney, all ready for pictures.

It's a busy week, but a great way to end a season of dance for these girls that have worked so hard.

Family Trait

During our recent trip to the zoo, I noticed that my beloved nephews have inherited the family trait.

Last Day of School!

Mallory's last day of 6th grade.

Matthew's last day as a 4th grader.



Hannah's last day as a 1st grader.

Back in the saddle.

Riding Season has started back up for Mallory.

This year she is progressing to using an
actual saddle versus a blanket saddle.

Each time she mounts her horse it gets a little easier.

She loves riding her horse.
Her smile is biggest when she rides.

The great thing about therapeutic riding is that it incorporates other activities and skills with horse riding.
Mallory works on strength and balance but also on coordination.

Matt and Hannah enjoy watching Mallory take part in "her sport".

Hannah

Matthew

So.......even though we are back on the road almost every Sunday to Washington for riding, it is well worth it.

Matthew's Field Day

After a rainy, cold week, rain did not cancel Field Day for Matthew's class.  Clouds were amongst us and the ground was soggy, but the fourth graders prevailed.

Matthew running in the 100m dash.

Competing in the hurdles with a look of determination.

He fiercely competed in the 3-legged race with his friend, Zach.

And, to finish the day off?  The tug-o-war.

Despite the weather is was a great time at the track.