Cameron invited four of friends over tonight for a "Pokemon Get Together." As they are usually trading or talking about Pokemon we thought that would be a good theme for he and his 4th grade buddies. They had a awesome time with their Pokemon cards and also added in Ghost in the Graveyard and a game of kickball outside. They didn't eat as much pizza as we thought they would, but leftovers in our home never go to waste.
Since Cam was having friends over Meg invited Preston over as well. They had spent the morning at ISMAA together, but that didn't slow them down. The afternoon break gave them enough time to rest up for the fun of the evening. Brooklyn and Avery were at their grandparents, so they joined the "party" also. There were a lot of stories told, the game of whispered played, a walk taken and time for Ghost in the Graveyard as well. Meg and Preston had the added treat of going to Dairy Queen in honor of her birthday tomorrow.
A lot of fun was had in the Heinisch Home tonight. It was great being part of it. Tomorrow will be a new adventure.
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Friday, March 20, 2015
Friday Night
We were all ready for the weekend when school ended at 3:15 today. Cal had plans to watch as much March Madness as possible. Although the IU loss was disappointing, he did end up going over to Stephen's afterward to spend the night and watch the games with he, Jeremy and Jayce.
Cameron had Bruin Club tonight. They played games with the 4th and 5th grade teachers and he absolutely loved it. He talked non-stop when we picked him up about the fun he had and all of the great future classmates he met. He is extremely excited to attend Bethany Christian next year and we can't wait to see how it goes.
Meg invited Tess to spend the night and we took the girls shopping while Cam was on his adventure. Meg found her 8th grade graduation dress and Doug and I found some clothes as well. We had planned to go to Buffalo Wild Wings afterward, but it was a 40 minute wait and the girls decided to order Pizza King instead. After dinner Cam spent the night with Mom and Dad and the girls settled in to watch Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Doug and I watched basketball and relaxed. It was a great way to start a busy weekend.
Cameron had Bruin Club tonight. They played games with the 4th and 5th grade teachers and he absolutely loved it. He talked non-stop when we picked him up about the fun he had and all of the great future classmates he met. He is extremely excited to attend Bethany Christian next year and we can't wait to see how it goes.
Meg invited Tess to spend the night and we took the girls shopping while Cam was on his adventure. Meg found her 8th grade graduation dress and Doug and I found some clothes as well. We had planned to go to Buffalo Wild Wings afterward, but it was a 40 minute wait and the girls decided to order Pizza King instead. After dinner Cam spent the night with Mom and Dad and the girls settled in to watch Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Doug and I watched basketball and relaxed. It was a great way to start a busy weekend.
Thursday, March 19, 2015
4th Grade Basketball
Today was Cameron's second 4th grade basketball game. He has enjoyed the season so far and secretly likes it best when they have late practice so he and his friends can hang out and trade Pokemon cards. He loves being on the B team as most of his friends are on it too. He doesn't care what position he plays and cheers for the A team when he is waiting for his game to start.
Tuesday's game was a little disappointing to him. They lost 14-1 and although he played hard he didn't get the ball much. Meg and I explained to him that at his age it is tough to pass and hard to get it into the post. He understood and said he would have to be more aggressive than.
Today's game was a lot more fun for him. In the first quarter he played the three position. He liked that as he did get more passes as a wing. In his next quarter we were all surprised to see Mr. Voirol put him in as the point guard. Cam did a great job. He can dribble with both hands and worked to pass the ball to his teammates and had several nice shots. When the last quarter started and he was back at the point I knew Mr. Voirol had made the right move for that game. Instead of losing by 13 we actually almost caught them losing only 10-14. Cameron even had two free throws at the end that would have cut it to two.
I still struggle watching basketball or being a part of it after what happened to Cal. I was, however, proud of Cameron for stepping up when he was called upon to do so. I loved seeing him do the exact same spin move as Meg. He has watched a lot of his siblings games and has definitely learned a lot.
Tuesday's game was a little disappointing to him. They lost 14-1 and although he played hard he didn't get the ball much. Meg and I explained to him that at his age it is tough to pass and hard to get it into the post. He understood and said he would have to be more aggressive than.
Today's game was a lot more fun for him. In the first quarter he played the three position. He liked that as he did get more passes as a wing. In his next quarter we were all surprised to see Mr. Voirol put him in as the point guard. Cam did a great job. He can dribble with both hands and worked to pass the ball to his teammates and had several nice shots. When the last quarter started and he was back at the point I knew Mr. Voirol had made the right move for that game. Instead of losing by 13 we actually almost caught them losing only 10-14. Cameron even had two free throws at the end that would have cut it to two.
I still struggle watching basketball or being a part of it after what happened to Cal. I was, however, proud of Cameron for stepping up when he was called upon to do so. I loved seeing him do the exact same spin move as Meg. He has watched a lot of his siblings games and has definitely learned a lot.
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Beck
For the past nine months I have been meeting with a life coach once or twice a week. Today as I drove to the appointment I couldn't help but marvel in how much different I feel then when I first starting going to see her in June. She has helped me to understand the difference between introverts and extroverts, to celebrate my successes and to work through the anxieties of life. I feel a lot more confident and I have stopped making decisions based on guilt. I sleep better and have a lot less anxiety.
I was excited to tell her today of my experience flying to Florida. I hadn't planned on overcoming my fear of flying when I first started meeting with her, but when I started to feel better I thought why not. We haven't flown anywhere in the past 8 and 1/2 years because of my fear. I knew it was unrealistic, but just needed someone to help me work through it pragmatically. Her advice definitely made a difference.
In January Beck told me that I did not need to come back if I didn't want to. One day I know I will be ready to face the world without her advice, but right now it is nice to have the extra support. Change can happen at any age. I am glad that I decided to try this approach.
I was excited to tell her today of my experience flying to Florida. I hadn't planned on overcoming my fear of flying when I first started meeting with her, but when I started to feel better I thought why not. We haven't flown anywhere in the past 8 and 1/2 years because of my fear. I knew it was unrealistic, but just needed someone to help me work through it pragmatically. Her advice definitely made a difference.
In January Beck told me that I did not need to come back if I didn't want to. One day I know I will be ready to face the world without her advice, but right now it is nice to have the extra support. Change can happen at any age. I am glad that I decided to try this approach.
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Erin Go Braugh!
Today we celebrated St. Patrick's Day in my FACS classes. We started the adventure yesterday as 5th and 6th grade played St. Patrick's Kahoot. Most of the students in our area do not have much knowledge of St. Patrick or of his significance to Ireland or the Christian faith. They also do not realize that Irish Americans celebrate St. Patrick's day all over the country with parades and such. I enjoy bringing that part of history into my classroom, especially for lose who do not venture out much farther than the town of Milford.
Today the 7th and 8th grade finished and taste tested their St. Patrick's Day treats. The 7th grade made Irish Dirt Pudding. The Heinisch family tried it at home last night and really like it. The 7th grade gave it a big thumbs up and I will try it again with that age next year. The 8th grade made Lucky Charm treats - a version of Rick Krispy treats. Those were not as good. The cereal is a different texture and I believe it needed more marshmallows than the recipe called for. The students did all finish off the treats, but I don't think I will repeat that recipe next year. In sticking with the orange and green theme the 5th and 6th grade made orange julius, which is always a big hit.
I do enjoy St. Patrick's Day and was very glad that Doug, Meg, Cam and I were able to go to Buffalo Wild Wings to celebrate ourselves. Cal didn't join us, but instead went with Jayce and Sam to Ihop to have free pancakes in honor of the day. I hope one day that we are able to visit Ireland. I believe that would be a fantastic adventure. Until then I will keep honoring the memory of St. Patrick at home and school. A blessed saint he is.
Today the 7th and 8th grade finished and taste tested their St. Patrick's Day treats. The 7th grade made Irish Dirt Pudding. The Heinisch family tried it at home last night and really like it. The 7th grade gave it a big thumbs up and I will try it again with that age next year. The 8th grade made Lucky Charm treats - a version of Rick Krispy treats. Those were not as good. The cereal is a different texture and I believe it needed more marshmallows than the recipe called for. The students did all finish off the treats, but I don't think I will repeat that recipe next year. In sticking with the orange and green theme the 5th and 6th grade made orange julius, which is always a big hit.
I do enjoy St. Patrick's Day and was very glad that Doug, Meg, Cam and I were able to go to Buffalo Wild Wings to celebrate ourselves. Cal didn't join us, but instead went with Jayce and Sam to Ihop to have free pancakes in honor of the day. I hope one day that we are able to visit Ireland. I believe that would be a fantastic adventure. Until then I will keep honoring the memory of St. Patrick at home and school. A blessed saint he is.
Monday, March 16, 2015
Spring Sports
Today was the official start of golf season at the high school. Cal and his friends had a great first day. They had to play at Wawasee as South Shore is not open yet. Cal hit balls over the weekend, but hasn't really been able to play because of the snow. He was pleased with his first round out, shooting a 35 after bogeying the first hole. It may have been the five free ice cream cones at Dairy Queen that he had beforehand, but an awesome start just the same.
Meg and Doug were able to take advantage of the new tennis nets at the high school and hit balls for about an hour. She has really improved and was impressed with how hard she can hit it now. Cam also took advantage of the nice weather to hit the links. He and Grandpa headed out after basketball practice. They felt that they did pretty well also.
Overall, I am thrilled that Spring has come. We all are ready to be outside playing golf, tennis and soccer. The doctor said that my vitamin D count is low. Here comes the sun - just in time and I am ready.
Meg and Doug were able to take advantage of the new tennis nets at the high school and hit balls for about an hour. She has really improved and was impressed with how hard she can hit it now. Cam also took advantage of the nice weather to hit the links. He and Grandpa headed out after basketball practice. They felt that they did pretty well also.
Overall, I am thrilled that Spring has come. We all are ready to be outside playing golf, tennis and soccer. The doctor said that my vitamin D count is low. Here comes the sun - just in time and I am ready.
Sunday, March 15, 2015
NYC
Before Christmas break Brett called and asked if he could go with his Bible study group to New York City on a mission trip over Spring Break. We told him that he had to gather information for us - where are they going, what are they doing, who is going with them and how much would it cost. Brett followed through with all of the information and we decided that we would pay for him to go.
He called several times this week to review what he should take. Both Doug and I talked about safety tips in a big city with him. He was up bright and early Saturday morning for the adventure. The RUF leader is a Presbyterian minister that Brett really likes. He and his wife are also leading this mission trip, so I felt pretty good about that. The boys posted a selfie when they started and their enthusiasm was apparent.
Today I realized just what a wonderful opportunity this is for Brett. Not only does he get to participate in a worthy mission of mentoring inner city youth, he also gets to sight see in a place full of history. He posted pictures of Times Square and the grave of Alexander Hamilton this afternoon. I can't wait to hear about all of his adventures this week.
He called several times this week to review what he should take. Both Doug and I talked about safety tips in a big city with him. He was up bright and early Saturday morning for the adventure. The RUF leader is a Presbyterian minister that Brett really likes. He and his wife are also leading this mission trip, so I felt pretty good about that. The boys posted a selfie when they started and their enthusiasm was apparent.
Today I realized just what a wonderful opportunity this is for Brett. Not only does he get to participate in a worthy mission of mentoring inner city youth, he also gets to sight see in a place full of history. He posted pictures of Times Square and the grave of Alexander Hamilton this afternoon. I can't wait to hear about all of his adventures this week.
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