Journal
Monday, May 25, 2009 2:39 PM, CDT
Today is Memorial Day. Today we remember our soldiers that have died, but we also remember our loved ones that have gone before us. Today, just like everyday, we remember our Caroline. We remember her spunk, her indefatigable spirit, her tenacious laugh, her drive to experience all that there was to experience while she was with us, we remember how she impacted our lives and how we will never be the same because she is now, and forever will be, a part of us. We love you, our sweet angel girl, and will always remember you.
We are spending a quiet day today. I worked overnight last night, so I am resting most of today before I go back to work tonight. We all spent some time out at the cemetary yesterday, where we enjoyed a picnic lunch together in the warm sunshine. Today is rainy, so it is a good thing that we took advantage of yesterday to go out there. We always enjoy going out there. It is so peaceful, and the area is so park-like, and it is just a great place to be. And being close to Caroline always makes us feel whole again, as well.
Last weekend was the Walk for Wishes for Make A Wish. And I have to give a great big THANK YOU to all of you that were so generous with your donations! Team Super C blew our goal out of the water and raised nearly $1500! We were the top fundraising team this year! Woo-hoo! Our team members went to a lot of work to get out there, raise awareness, sharing Caroline's wish story, and bringing in those dollars for an awesome charity. With the economy being as tough as it is, it was difficult bringing in those donations, but we did it. Thanks again to all of you who donated in honor of Caroline, and to all of the members of Team Super C for doing all that you do! Please remember to go to: www.stirringupwishes.com to vote for the ND chapter of Make A Wish. And there is a new promotion with Pepsi to help raise money as well - go to www.wish.org for more information. And a great big THANK YOU to Make A Wish for all that they do for our children!
We are all doing well. My leg has healed nicely (or so says my doctor) and as of yesterday I am off crutches and back to work - yeah! I was so glad to get rid of those darn things. You really take for granted your mobility and ability to do things for yourself until it is taken away or impaired. My legs have been tired the last few days as I have slowly increased the time that I have been using them, but I have felt no pain, so that is a good thing! I will slowly increase my endurance and in a few weeks I will be allowed to start running again. I plan on taking things slow and easy and am hoping that there will not be a reoccurance. No more broken bones for me!
The kids are very excited that school is almost done. Well, I should clarify that- Andrew and Ben are excited, and Danielle is dissapointed that preschool is almost done. Her last day is Wednesday and she doesn't understand why she just can't keep going. She has loved gong to KinderKamp this year and she has done so very well. She is writing her name, and is even doing some early word recoginition. And she has another year of preschool to go! She is certainly going to be keeping us on our toes. She absorbed everything like a sponge at school this year. And she has blossomed socially, as well. That was a struggle at first since she had never been around many kids before. She had always been in a household full of adult women and one sick sister, so she had plenty of attention and never had to share. But she caught on quickly that things at school were a little different, and she did well. She made many friends and always has a story to tell about what she did with her friends at school that day. Her favorite activites were circle time, art, and swimming! It was so great that the kids were able to go swimming nearly every week and she went from being scared of the water and staying on the steps the entire time, to swimming independantly and going down the big slide with no catch at the bottom. Way to go, D! We are so proud of you!
Andrew and Ben will be done with school on Friday and they are looking forward to being able to sleep in and no homework. Although, I am not sure what the complaint with that is all about - they both had excellent teachers this year and never had huge amounts of homework. I guess that it is just the idea of homework that they won't miss. Andrew did great this school year and has had straight A's all year! Way to go, Andrew! We also saw him grow socially this year. He is not as shy and withdrawn as he once was, but is instead breaking out of his shell. He has morphed into a bit of a class clown, and he is happy and doing great - and that is what counts. This year will be his last year at the elementary school and he will be off to the middle school this next fall, I can't believe that he has gotten so old! What does that make me?! Yikes! And we are so proud of Andrew and he is so excited - he was accepted to go to the STEM school next year - a magnet school that emphasizes Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math! It is a new program here and he is excited to be a part of the first class. Each student will get their own laptop and have so many great experiences to foster those areas that they excel in. He can't wait! And Ben is doing good, too. He is finishing up the 3rd grade. He struggled some the first part of the year, but he pulled it together and is finishing the year on top! We have seen him grow and mature so much this year. It is amazing watching the kids change with each passing year. Ben is excited to be officially one of the big kids at the school this next year. We are so proud of Ben and all that he has accomplished. You rock, Ben!
And we are getting our summer plans together. We will be doing lots and lots of camping this summer - with our first trip coming up in only a few short weeks. We have many trips planned, including a big, long trip that will cover about 5 states and many state and national parks. We can't wait! In anticipation of so many trips, we bought a pop-up camper for the family. We have always camped in a tent so it will be great fun to have a few more amenities. With us doing so many more trips, the kids will have fewer organized activities, but they will still do swimming lessons and the library reading program. It will be a busy summer, and we are all looking forward to it. It promises to be full of fun and adventure!
Well, that is all that I have for now - that was a lot, wasn't it?! We wish you all the best. Have a great summer, keep in touch - we still love to get your messages in the guest book, and take care! May God's blessings rain down on you, and keep you and yours safe, healthy, and happy. Keep your eyes open for duckies - because you know that Caroline is looking out for you!
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