Meet Flat Stanley

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Our friend, Savannah, sent Flat Stanley to us today. We are excited to have him here, and we have a lot of fun planned for him.

Today he is with MK at the high school. There is a big band competition today. MK's band is hosting it, so she went early to watch some of the bands, and she took FS with her. She took a picture of him on the way to the school. My parents are in town, and my mom wanted to see the bands, so we'll head up there in a little while. Maybe we'll get some more pictures of Flat Stanley too.

The shrine

I am gradually decorating my classroom. I have dedicated some wall
space to my hometown teams...the Eagles, Phillies and Flyers. A
student from another class and I share stories about the Phillies. We
were happy for a win last night, but tonight was disappointing. We
are hoping the next game goes our way.

Big Man/Little Man

The Big Man's parents are in town. We went out to dinner tonight, and
I snapped a picture of T. Willy with the Big Man. MK was at color
guard, so I'm afraid she missed it tonight. But we saved her some
garlic bread.

Now we're watching the Phillies game. As much as I'd like for them to
win, it's hard to watch. Go, Phils!!

That time of day.

This is my favorite time of day. MK and I
are home from school, and I'm sitting on the front porch rocking chair
waiting for T. Willy's bus. I've had some alone time on the drive home
with MK, and now it's time for the excitement to start all over when
T. gets home from school. On top of that, it's pouring rain and
thundering today (which I also enjoy,) but it isn't windy so I'm still
staying dry. I have a good book to read. Life is good.

And here is a picture of what I see from my chair. I'm not sure it
will capture the intensity of the rain, but it is pouring!! You can
also see my pitiful scarecrow. His face fell off in storage...I think
it's time for a new one.

Sleeping Beauty awakens!

What we do while MK sleeps

MK is napping. She has had a very full schedule, and she really needed
rest. Tonight there is no band practice, so when she wakes up we are
going out to eat. The Big Man has been on a very long stretch of
nights, and this is the only way the kids get to see their dad. The
plus? I don't have to cook.

Here is a picture of T. Willy while we wait for MK.

MK in her new shirt

Celebrations

MK's friend had a birthday this weekend, but she wasn't able to see
her friend. Instead she made this shirt to send her wishes. She's
wearing it today. It has things on it that are jokes between them and
some other friends. I am eager to visit her at lunch to see what
her friend thought.

The T and M Hotel

T. Willy has been wanting to play "hotel." MK graciously played it with him today, and they had a blast. She wrote a menu for room service, and he took the orders. I ordered soda and bread & butter. Here is my meal. If you look closely, you can see that MK fashioned T and M into the butter. The note regards the menu: ice in a drink was 25 cents extra, but the soda was warm, so they provided it at no charge. What a great hotel!

"Blog worthy"

After the competition last night, MK wanted to ride the bus home. I
understood, because they were excited about their high scores. They
were fed there, so T. Willy and I came back to town and ate dinner at
the Big Man's restaurant before picking her up at the school. There
was only one other couple in the restaurant, so T. had a fun time
getting to explore a little.

At one point, the Big Man brought a server out. She was acting kind
of shy. He explained that she wanted to know how old I was. I asked
how old she thought I was. She guessed 25! I think she is my new
best friend! I explained that, no, I am actually turning 40 in two
weeks, but thanks for making an "old" woman feel good.

T. Willy has been wanting to have a campout. I intended to put the
tent up, but the weekend was too busy. Instead, we "camped out" in
the living room last night. We didn't get home last night until 11:45,
but he still enjoyed it. I even slept until 7:30...a big deal for me!

MK texted on her way home last night that her hair was looking less
than lovely. She even said it was "blog worthy." Of course that meant
that I had to take a picture of it. So here is a before picture of
her with her "guard hair," then an after picture of her in the parking
lot right off the bus. I love that girl!

Super!

T. Willy and I drove to Milton tonight to watch MK and the band
perform at the district competition. They earned straight superiors
which is the highest score they could get!!! I was so impressed with
them. I've watched them several times now, but this was the best I've
seen them do. So congratulations to the Big Red Machine! You made us
proud once again!!!

It must be time for a manicure...

Because tonight was a nailbiter. Unfortunately, we came out on the
losing end. We lost in overtime 26-23. But it was an amazing game!

The band performed well. Tomorrow they will go to district
competition. I may go to watch some of it. I try not to miss much,
but the Big Man is working, so we'll have to play it by ear. The
picture is of MK after the band performed. They were watching the
home team's band.

As close as he would get.

Our mascot was walking by, and T wanted to see it. If you look at the
very far right, you'll see T. and, at the very far left, you can see
the bulldog. He wouldn't get any closer.

This feels like a real football game.

That is what T. Willy said. It's windy and raining, but thankfully not
cold and no lightning. We have ponchos, stadium seats and a golf
umbrella. Go, Bulldogs!!

Are you ready for some football?

It's football night again. MK is at the school already, and T.Willy
and I will be driving to the away game in a little while. I hope that
I'll remember to pack enough to keep him busy. It should be a fun
time. It's a district game, so it means something. We're just hoping
for a fun night...but a win would be great too!

We had a pep rally today, so here is a picture. MK is somewhere on
the left on the field with the girls in white shirts and black pants.

Bright-eyed and bushy tailed

The Big Man sent this picture to me of T. Willy fresh from the shower
this morning.

Waiting for dinner.

It's already been three times tonight.

Make that four and five.

T. Willy and MK watched the Toy Story movies this weekend and had a blast together. We found a "Woody" doll in his toybox, and he's been thrilled with it. However, in addition to asking if there is going to be fire, he is now asking with trepidation if Woody will ever be alive. While I was typing, he brought Woody to me...so that I can "...keep an eye on this guy."

While I'm in a posting mood...

Here is another video that has always made us laugh. I think I've posted it before, but it bears repeating. I think T. is around 2 1/2 in this one. I could watch it over and over. You'll need volume for this one.