October 2010

Hope everyone is enjoying this lovely month of October. I've gone back to work now as of October 1st, along with my 2 grad school courses so of course, the blog is in its usual state of neglect. Kennedy is busy in grade 7 as cheerleading has begun. She is now at an overnight 'cheerathon' and I should be in bed; however, as luck would have it, I'm experiencing a bout of insomnia!

I wanted to share a few photos from our Thanksgiving weekend visit to see Taylor for her 2nd birthday. As you can see, Kennedy loves being an aunt. She read every one of Taylor's cards to her, it was very cute.

Kisses for Auntie!



Auntie reading Taylor her birthday cards


My two gorgeous girls...

Next Tuesday

What are YOU doing next Tuesday night (September 21) at 9pm Atlantic?
I can tell you what we'll be doing:

Season Two begins - yay!
We haven't got Dad on board with the whole Glee addiction yet but maybe this season!

New School Year

It's grade seven.
Grade SEVEN.
How did THAT happen?
She was just learning to walk yesterday, wasn't she?

Lots of changes this year so far - big steps (more for her father and I, I think, than Kennedy) - she is going on the regular school bus this year and going in the locker room to change for P.E. on her own to name a couple. The phase of wanting to be cool (which automatically makes her dad and I decidedly UNCOOL) has definitely blossomed over the summer and a little bit of that 'almost teen' attitude has also emerged. Most people would say that these things were things they weren't looking forward to; however, to me, it's wonderful. It's development. It's progress. It's awareness of social cues that happen at this age. So, I will take the eye-rolling, the "Mom, don't, my friends are looking", the emotions and everything else that comes along with adolescence. Why? Because when you start here:

You tend to appreciate every single development that occurs. You take nothing for granted. Not even a breath.

Kennedy - first day of grade seven, September 7th, 2010.

Life...

Just catching up on life and popped over to the neglected blog to see my background has disappeared. I've installed this new one for now but we'll see how the readability is; I may have to change it.

Lots going on with us - I was away all of July in Halifax for university doing my Master's degree. Kennedy was away at Deaf camp in Halifax for one week of that; she also spent a week having fun with my sister in Antigonish, NS. My granddaughter Taylor is doing well, although they have now moved to Nova Scotia and I fear I'm not going to see her as much :(

Kennedy Update:
Kennedy has finished grade six since I last wrote - had a marvellous year with a school team who truly seems to 'get it' (can you hear the hallelujah chorus playing in the background???) She also performed at the Imperial Theatre with the InterAction Children's Theatre in "Saint John History Mystery". She played Mrs. Chubbs, a woman who was very angry at her husband for his poorly-designed building (in her opinion). It was a hoot to see her scream and yell at this poor 'husband' in their act. In June, she received a school spirit 'celebrate' award because of her cheerful attitude and ability to make everyone smile. She also won a similar award from her classroom teacher. This summer, when she wasn't off at Deaf Camp or at her Aunt's house, she spent a lot of time at our summer place on beautiful Belleisle Bay, either at Nana & Papa's trailer or with me, at our trailer when I would come home for the weekends. She is looking forward to seventh grade, trying out for the cheer team again and going back to Theatre classes of course. Most of all, though, she is excited to see JUSTIN BIEBER - we got tickets for a show in New Hampshire on Sept. 1st. She is over the moon and counting down the days faithfully.

Mom Update:
I'm going to have surgery on Thursday, Aug. 19th so I will be even more defunct at updating the blog. Unfortunately, August has been mostly me preparing for it, making sure Kennedy is ready for school, the house is all cleaned, etc. as I am not allowed to do anything for six weeks post-op. That should be fun - NOT!

I'm going to post some pictures of things that have happened since MAY - my last blog update...enjoy! You can click on any of the pictures to enlarge them!


Got the tickets - going to see Justin Bieber - Sept. 1st!!!


Kennedy - Cheer Pics 2010


Kennedy - Cheer 2010


Cheer Collage 2010


May 2010 - Kennedy before her performance at the Imperial Theatre


Visiting with one of her BFFs - MacKenzie, at an appointment in Halifax


June 2010 - Receiving her Celebrate award from her teacher, Mr. Graham


August 2010 - Hanging out with some cousins from Ontario at a Family Reunion


August 2010 - Heading out to a friend's birthday party

Bad Blogger

Hey gang,
I guess with all the updating, etc. that happens so quickly on Facebook, I've been neglectful here on the blog. Kennedy is doing GREAT and so busy (thus the lack of time for bloggage). I guess that is a good thing, right?

She is going to be in the provincial competitions tomorrow for middle school cheerleading and is very excited about it. It's been her first year for cheer and she has really enjoyed it. There have been many practices and four big competitions. It's been really great for her and I must say, I have enjoyed going to watch the competitions. I have to say I am REALLY glad she isn't one of the "flyers" that goes up in the air, that would make me nauseous if I had to watch one of my kids up in the air like that.

In addition, she's getting ready for her big InterAction Children's Theatre show next week, called, "Saint John History Mystery" - which is timely seeing that our city is going to be celebrating its 225th birthday the week after with lots of events going on. She will also be participating in a huge group dance/singing at Harbour Station on May 18th as part of the Saint John 225 celebrations. Needless to say, the month of May belongs to Kennedy and her schedule. I couldn't be happier. Or more tired. :)

Here's a shot of Ms. K, along with the rest of her team, the Millidgeville North Stars! (she is fourth from left and the girl just before her is the same age as Kennedy - talk about height disparity!!) You can click on the picture to enlarge it.