Cub Scout Pinewood Derby, February 25

Yes, our family is skipping right over all of the additional snow days and even Valentines Day to highlight the REAL event this February! J's third and final Pinewood Derby car won fastest in his pack, earning him a trip on to the "Super Derby" to compete against the fastest cars in other Cub Scout packs throughout our region. The excitement in our house following the victory was palatable :)

Snow Day!

It's our first snow day of the season, and boy are we excited! 4" was more than forecasted and the kids are enjoying every bit of it :)

Since my schedule has cleared for the day, I also have time to post a quick update. We all had a very blessed Christmas, the best part being the gift of time together. The New Year has been joyous thus far. I am currently taking an online science class through BYU-I and am thoroughly enjoying it. Both kids continue piano. J is preparing for soccer in the Spring, and M is in a writing club at school and is also taking art lessons. She's decided to become an architect and is working towards that goal by focusing on her math and artwork. Marc has been traveling a lot, attending meetings and giving talks all over the world; but we are thrilled to have him home with us at present. In short, life is good and we are grateful for our blessings!

December Piano Recital

Crossword Clues

Welcome friends & family! Here are a few promised tips to help you complete our crossword puzzel:

Across

4. In the middle of her middle school years

6. Think "method" rather than subject or major

8. It has a leaning tower

12. He takes after his dad

13. Think scary and wonderful at the same time!

15. Black, Brown, Polar...

16. Finally double digit

17. His age divided in half, minus 1

18. Dresden

19. Assembly, board, body, committee...

20. Center of government, education and culture in the Colony of Virginia

Down

1. Small parrot

2. Rhymes with "mist"

3. No hint needed here

4. Cleric

5. Plant the seed

7. Megan's school

9. Think creative

10. Recitals

11. Chocolate

14. Very presidential

20. Begins with a W

Thanksgiving Bird

Halloween!

The Greek Goddess and the Gladiator

Art Award

Our family had a wonderful time in Annapolis on Thursday, October 21st, where M. accepted a 3rd place award for her Conflict Resolution Day Bookmark artwork. This contest included schools from all over Maryland, so it was quite an honor to be chosen. The award ceremony was held at the Court of Appeal Building and awards were presented by the Chief Judge.