Monday, June 26, 2006
I got the job!
It is now 1:12 and I just got off the phone with the principal from Grace Abbott. He called at 1:06 PM and offered me the job of 4th grade teacher. I, of course, accepted. After I feed the kids (fish sticks) I will head over to the school and tour my room and get the curriculum and books. Big celebration will be happening in Omaha tonight!!!!!
Saturday, June 24, 2006
Busy Friday
It was an amazing Friday. I started my day by dropping Jackson and Jenna off for their last day of summer school. After I dropped them off, I headed to my 9:00 AM interview. The positions are for 2- 4th grade classrooms. I think things went very well. The principal, in fact, called me at 1:30 to let me know I am their #1 pick after the day's interviews. However, he did make it known that he had 4 more interviews on Monday. He wanted to know if I had any other job prospects. I had told him earlier that I interviewed at another elementary school in the district, but that I hadn't heard from them yet, which makes me think I'm not in the running. The principal then informed me that the 8:00 AM interview candidate cancelled his/her interview because they accepted the position at the other elementary school. The principal also mentioned that he called and talked to Kitty Grant (my Adams principal) and Rod Montanye (science curriculum coordinator). He tried to call Karen Beige, but only got her classroom voice mail - so I gave him her home number. I also called Karen and told her some areas I didn't get to mention during my interview - she called the principal - and then called me back. She got a very positive feeling. So, I'll keep everyone posted.
After the interview I was able to pick up my antique bed frame. I had it refinished (sand blasted and painted). It looks great in Jenna's room, except the new box spring and mattress don't fit in it.
I then picked up the kids from summer school and took them to Burger King for a special lunch and play time. We were helping another family out by taking their daughter (Madison) to and from summer school. She gets along great with all 3 kids. She will be in 3rd grade next year.
We got home around 1:30 - Jeff got home from work shortly after (early summer hours) - the mom came to get Madison and then the principal called. It was a crazy time here!
After Madison left, Jeff took Jackson and Jenna to the Gretna swimming pool. Joe wanted some mom time, so we played Monolopy.
When Jeff and the kids got home we ate a quick supper of sandwiches before we had to head to the last night of Vacation Bible School. It was a very long day for Jenna. She didn't feel very good during VBS and by the time we got home she vomited in the car! We got her cleaned up and the car cleaned up.....she go tucked in her bed (with a bucket).....and were ready to relax infront of the TV watching "Ocean's 12". All of a sudden at about 11:30 PM there was a knock on our door. It was my PARENTS!! For some reason, I thought they were going to be here on Saturday (today). My house wasn't quite set for their visit ..... but then again, is it every ready. We got the dogs walked, everyone settled, and we went to bed. I should know about the job on Monday or Tuesday..... so I will keep you posted!
After the interview I was able to pick up my antique bed frame. I had it refinished (sand blasted and painted). It looks great in Jenna's room, except the new box spring and mattress don't fit in it.
I then picked up the kids from summer school and took them to Burger King for a special lunch and play time. We were helping another family out by taking their daughter (Madison) to and from summer school. She gets along great with all 3 kids. She will be in 3rd grade next year.
We got home around 1:30 - Jeff got home from work shortly after (early summer hours) - the mom came to get Madison and then the principal called. It was a crazy time here!
After Madison left, Jeff took Jackson and Jenna to the Gretna swimming pool. Joe wanted some mom time, so we played Monolopy.
When Jeff and the kids got home we ate a quick supper of sandwiches before we had to head to the last night of Vacation Bible School. It was a very long day for Jenna. She didn't feel very good during VBS and by the time we got home she vomited in the car! We got her cleaned up and the car cleaned up.....she go tucked in her bed (with a bucket).....and were ready to relax infront of the TV watching "Ocean's 12". All of a sudden at about 11:30 PM there was a knock on our door. It was my PARENTS!! For some reason, I thought they were going to be here on Saturday (today). My house wasn't quite set for their visit ..... but then again, is it every ready. We got the dogs walked, everyone settled, and we went to bed. I should know about the job on Monday or Tuesday..... so I will keep you posted!
Thursday, June 22, 2006
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Vacation Bible School
This week is VBS (Vacation Bible School). Everyone in the family is involved in this wonderful activity. I'm part of the 'light blue' crew. I'm a co-leader for a group of 8 preschoolers. Jenna is also in my crew. Jeff has helped in registration and in the snack area. He has mentioned how well organized VBS is. He was never able to see what it was all about because VBS was during the day in Janesville. Joe is in the white crew(grades 4-6). Yesterday he read the bible 'treasure verse' in front of everyone. He did an excellent job. I'm surprised he volunteered to do something like that (especially since he is the one who didn't really want to do VBS.....I forced him to do it!) Jackson is in the dark blue crew (grades 1-3). We are collecting items for people who don't have the basics for life...yesterday we collected toothpaste. Today is shampoo. Tomorrow and Friday are underwear and socks. Sunday at 10:30 church the VBS participants will sing some songs and show all that we did! Perhaps I'll work on posting some pics from vacation today! Ma and Pa Primmer may come for a visit tomorrow. They will bring Rusty and Shadow with them! Jeff is taking the ConAgra Jet to Orlando for IFT (convention) on Sunday. It's a one day trip. Very cool that he'll be on the corporate jet!!
Monday, June 19, 2006
Monday, June 19
YEAH for Monday. Jackson and Jenna are in their final week of Summer School. The boys have doctor appointments today. We will all be at VBS (Vacation Bible School) this week from 5:30 to 8:30. I'm a crew leader for the preschoolers (Jenna is in my class). Jeff will work the registration table. The kids will attend.
We had a nice weekend. We were sad the Jeff's dad wasn't feeling well and they had to postpond their trip down here to see us. We look forward to showing them around!
Friday my neighbor Charlotte and I went to a music bar in Omaha to hear the music of Vicky Emerson. Check out her music at www.vickyemerson.com. She is an old UWRF gal. We have mutual friends, but this was the first time we had met. Char and I stayed for the first set, but it was late so we left as she was about to start the second set. Before the concert we tried out a new restaurant called the Mongolian Hut. You get a bowl and add meat, then noodles, than veggies, and at least 5 sauces and they grill it on a HUGE round grill. It cooks down nicely and serve it with rice. It's suppose to be an all you can eat, but after one helping - I was stuffed! I can see it as an adult only place. I'm not sure my kids would appreciate it! After some great conversations we got home about 11:00PM. I stayed up with Jeff as he finished watching the movie Contact.
Saturday was a day at home. We did the usual household chores.
Sunday we Celebrated Father's Day. We had a light breakfast, let Jeff open his gifts, and went to church. After church we headed to "Up Stream Brewery" for brunch! Again, I can see this as more of an adult restaurant. The kids weren't that used to waiting for food. However, the food was great! We all enjoyed tasting the home 'root beer' brew. After brunch we headed home to get our swimming suits on. We decided to check out the Platte River and walk on the sand bars and swim in the river. The kids had a blast! I got my flipflops caught under some sand and needed help to dig it out! After our first river stop we decided to go to a State Park and swim. Once we got there we realized we didn't have enough money to pay at the pool (we had a state park sticker to get in, but needed $14.50 for the pool and we only had $9.00). So, we went to a different part of the Platte River. This part was deeper and the river was flowing faster. At one time Jackson and Jenna put their faces underwater and I couldn't see them. This FREAKED me out (you have to imagine a fast current and kids who don't swim). So, I pulled the plug on the fun and said it was time to go! The kids were disappointed, but better safe than sorry.
We arrived home. Kids watched "Hoodwinked" and Jeff and I layed in the sun in the back yard. We all cleaned up and got the river smell off of us and grilled out. Kids went to bed early, and so did we! It was a great day!
We had a nice weekend. We were sad the Jeff's dad wasn't feeling well and they had to postpond their trip down here to see us. We look forward to showing them around!
Friday my neighbor Charlotte and I went to a music bar in Omaha to hear the music of Vicky Emerson. Check out her music at www.vickyemerson.com. She is an old UWRF gal. We have mutual friends, but this was the first time we had met. Char and I stayed for the first set, but it was late so we left as she was about to start the second set. Before the concert we tried out a new restaurant called the Mongolian Hut. You get a bowl and add meat, then noodles, than veggies, and at least 5 sauces and they grill it on a HUGE round grill. It cooks down nicely and serve it with rice. It's suppose to be an all you can eat, but after one helping - I was stuffed! I can see it as an adult only place. I'm not sure my kids would appreciate it! After some great conversations we got home about 11:00PM. I stayed up with Jeff as he finished watching the movie Contact.
Saturday was a day at home. We did the usual household chores.
Sunday we Celebrated Father's Day. We had a light breakfast, let Jeff open his gifts, and went to church. After church we headed to "Up Stream Brewery" for brunch! Again, I can see this as more of an adult restaurant. The kids weren't that used to waiting for food. However, the food was great! We all enjoyed tasting the home 'root beer' brew. After brunch we headed home to get our swimming suits on. We decided to check out the Platte River and walk on the sand bars and swim in the river. The kids had a blast! I got my flipflops caught under some sand and needed help to dig it out! After our first river stop we decided to go to a State Park and swim. Once we got there we realized we didn't have enough money to pay at the pool (we had a state park sticker to get in, but needed $14.50 for the pool and we only had $9.00). So, we went to a different part of the Platte River. This part was deeper and the river was flowing faster. At one time Jackson and Jenna put their faces underwater and I couldn't see them. This FREAKED me out (you have to imagine a fast current and kids who don't swim). So, I pulled the plug on the fun and said it was time to go! The kids were disappointed, but better safe than sorry.
We arrived home. Kids watched "Hoodwinked" and Jeff and I layed in the sun in the back yard. We all cleaned up and got the river smell off of us and grilled out. Kids went to bed early, and so did we! It was a great day!
Friday, June 16, 2006
Job Interviews
I had another job interview today. 5th grade at a school 5 minutes from home. I thought it went very well, but since I have no previous experience teaching 5th grade...who knows what the outcome will be.
I have a job interview next week friday for a 4th and 5th grade position. This school is a bit farther away.
I'll keep you posted on the outcomes!
I have a job interview next week friday for a 4th and 5th grade position. This school is a bit farther away.
I'll keep you posted on the outcomes!
Vacation - Part 3: Clintonville and camping
Sunday we arrived in Clintonville. The kids must have played hard with their cousins, because they were quiet on the ride there. The trip from Lake Mills to Clintonville was also the shortest trip during our vacation.
The week was filled with Joe attending "Nature Quest". "Nature Quest" is the week long camping class that my parents teach for summer school. My Uncle Loren, Aunt Jenese, and Aunt Jean were all there, too. "Rebecca / Becky / Beck" (from Viroqua) was there too. She is an Americorp member with my Aunt Jean. The Aunties kept the "home base" in running order and kept their eyes on Jackson and Jenna. I helped out at camp.
Joe had a blast learning how to make a fire from one match (He is a member of the one match club), cooking over the campfire, canoeing, fishing and fish identification, as well as tent setting up (and taking down). There were 30 campers all together and they were such a nice group of kids. Many of them are children of kids I went to school with.
Tuesday was a rainy day, so we held the camping class inside the Clintonville Middle School. Beck and I were in charge of 'fish painting'. We had to apply paint to these rubber fish (that were rather authentic looking) and have the campers place a kitchen towel (the flour sack kind) over the painted fish. This, of course, left a fish imprint. The towels turned out very colorful! It was a full day process and I can't imagine doing it outside at the 'land' without a sink!!!
Wednesday of the camping week Jack, Jenna, the Aunties, and I headed to Appleton for a morning trip. Everything was fine at the camping class and I wasn't needed. While in Appleton we shopped at JanSport. Jenna and Jackson got new sweatshirts, I got a backpack and a few things for Jeff. After shopping we went out to lunch. We selected a Baker's Square. It has been a very long time since I was at a Baker's Square. We had a nice lunch and just had to try the pie!!!
Thursday and Friday were about the same. Kids were 'testing out' of their canoe requirements, building fires, playing camp games (fisbee golf), and doing a compass course. Thursday lunch was so awesome because the campers got to choose from making an omlett in a ziplock bag in boiling water, hot dogs over the camp fire, or a 'foil' meal. Jackson and I choose the foil meal. We put burger, potatoes, onions, carrots, butter, and about 2 tablespoons of water in a double layer of alum. foil. These foil meals were then placed in the coals of the big campfire and set to cook for about 35 minutes. I tried to change Joe's mind about the hot dog he choose, but he wouldn't do it. Luckily (for him) I shared my meal and got him hooked on the love of the 'foil' meal.
Friday was the big sleepover night. Chili was served (my kids are a little picky, so when I went to town to pick up Jenna and Aunt Jean, I ran through the McDonald's drive through. Jackson, however, loved the chili and ate 3 bowls full. We had fun singing around the campfire and finally I tucked the kiddos in bed in the pop-up camper my parents have out at the land. Everyone slept hard. Joe had promised a few campers that he would be their alarm clock. He was the LAST KID AWAKE!!! Some alarm clock he turned out to be!!!
We broke camp and went back to the house in town. I took a hot tub to massage my back. The kids all hung out in front of the TV. Finally we packed up the van for the start of our long return home. I was going to break it up into 2 days so I wouldn't have to drive 10 hours in one day. We left Clintonville about 3PM. We stopped by in Boyd,WI to see Jeff's Uncle Martin. Stopped in Cadot for our supper break and arrived inEllsworth about 8PM. Kids took some quick baths and went right to sleep. Margaret and talked for a little bit before we both hit the hay (around 9:15!) I was very tired and slept so well!
Sunday we got loaded quickly and headed for Omaha. The drive took 7 hours. I still took some breaks, but they weren't as long. Joe did a great job of keeping me entertained in the front seat. Kids were rather well behaved! We couldn't wait to see Jeff! We missed him so much! He had a very lovely meal waiting planned for our arrival. The best part was the chalk sign he made on the drive way. It read "Welcome Home Family" in the middle of a heart. Around the heart he wrote "Jaci, Joe, Jackson, Jenna, and Van".
The interesting thing to note here is that as I was driving I couldn't help but think of our wonderful family and my very best friends that I was able to see during my trip. I was thinking that I may never have as good of friends as these wonderful women! About 20 minutes after I got home my neighbor Charlotte called. She said, "I know you just go home and I'm not going to come over, but you may NOT go on vacation for that long again! We missed you!" Now, if that isn't a sign from God that I will have dear friends here, I'm not sure what is!!!!! I'm lucky to have her as a neighbor!
The week was filled with Joe attending "Nature Quest". "Nature Quest" is the week long camping class that my parents teach for summer school. My Uncle Loren, Aunt Jenese, and Aunt Jean were all there, too. "Rebecca / Becky / Beck" (from Viroqua) was there too. She is an Americorp member with my Aunt Jean. The Aunties kept the "home base" in running order and kept their eyes on Jackson and Jenna. I helped out at camp.
Joe had a blast learning how to make a fire from one match (He is a member of the one match club), cooking over the campfire, canoeing, fishing and fish identification, as well as tent setting up (and taking down). There were 30 campers all together and they were such a nice group of kids. Many of them are children of kids I went to school with.
Tuesday was a rainy day, so we held the camping class inside the Clintonville Middle School. Beck and I were in charge of 'fish painting'. We had to apply paint to these rubber fish (that were rather authentic looking) and have the campers place a kitchen towel (the flour sack kind) over the painted fish. This, of course, left a fish imprint. The towels turned out very colorful! It was a full day process and I can't imagine doing it outside at the 'land' without a sink!!!
Wednesday of the camping week Jack, Jenna, the Aunties, and I headed to Appleton for a morning trip. Everything was fine at the camping class and I wasn't needed. While in Appleton we shopped at JanSport. Jenna and Jackson got new sweatshirts, I got a backpack and a few things for Jeff. After shopping we went out to lunch. We selected a Baker's Square. It has been a very long time since I was at a Baker's Square. We had a nice lunch and just had to try the pie!!!
Thursday and Friday were about the same. Kids were 'testing out' of their canoe requirements, building fires, playing camp games (fisbee golf), and doing a compass course. Thursday lunch was so awesome because the campers got to choose from making an omlett in a ziplock bag in boiling water, hot dogs over the camp fire, or a 'foil' meal. Jackson and I choose the foil meal. We put burger, potatoes, onions, carrots, butter, and about 2 tablespoons of water in a double layer of alum. foil. These foil meals were then placed in the coals of the big campfire and set to cook for about 35 minutes. I tried to change Joe's mind about the hot dog he choose, but he wouldn't do it. Luckily (for him) I shared my meal and got him hooked on the love of the 'foil' meal.
Friday was the big sleepover night. Chili was served (my kids are a little picky, so when I went to town to pick up Jenna and Aunt Jean, I ran through the McDonald's drive through. Jackson, however, loved the chili and ate 3 bowls full. We had fun singing around the campfire and finally I tucked the kiddos in bed in the pop-up camper my parents have out at the land. Everyone slept hard. Joe had promised a few campers that he would be their alarm clock. He was the LAST KID AWAKE!!! Some alarm clock he turned out to be!!!
We broke camp and went back to the house in town. I took a hot tub to massage my back. The kids all hung out in front of the TV. Finally we packed up the van for the start of our long return home. I was going to break it up into 2 days so I wouldn't have to drive 10 hours in one day. We left Clintonville about 3PM. We stopped by in Boyd,WI to see Jeff's Uncle Martin. Stopped in Cadot for our supper break and arrived inEllsworth about 8PM. Kids took some quick baths and went right to sleep. Margaret and talked for a little bit before we both hit the hay (around 9:15!) I was very tired and slept so well!
Sunday we got loaded quickly and headed for Omaha. The drive took 7 hours. I still took some breaks, but they weren't as long. Joe did a great job of keeping me entertained in the front seat. Kids were rather well behaved! We couldn't wait to see Jeff! We missed him so much! He had a very lovely meal waiting planned for our arrival. The best part was the chalk sign he made on the drive way. It read "Welcome Home Family" in the middle of a heart. Around the heart he wrote "Jaci, Joe, Jackson, Jenna, and Van".
The interesting thing to note here is that as I was driving I couldn't help but think of our wonderful family and my very best friends that I was able to see during my trip. I was thinking that I may never have as good of friends as these wonderful women! About 20 minutes after I got home my neighbor Charlotte called. She said, "I know you just go home and I'm not going to come over, but you may NOT go on vacation for that long again! We missed you!" Now, if that isn't a sign from God that I will have dear friends here, I'm not sure what is!!!!! I'm lucky to have her as a neighbor!
Thursday, June 15, 2006
Vacation - part 2: Janesvlle / Lake Mills
We arrived in Janesville about 2:45 PM. The kindergarteners were getting of the bus from the farm field trip. We couldn't wait to get hugs from Miss Dhom and Miss Gogul. Once we walked into school Mrs. Biege's class grabbed us. They were at the school store in the auditorium. The class was so amazed at how much Joe had grown. I was shocked to see how they all grew this year. We checked in at the office. Mrs. Grant was busy with a parent.....so we headed up to the 4th grade classrooms. Joe loved seeing his buddies. We headed to 3rd grade to see Mrs. Borchardt. Joe is almost as tall as her. I think we shocked her. She wasn't used to seeing us just show up! Jackson needed a trip to 1st grade to see his buddy Kayley. We did some more walking around and got to see the 5th graders (my last class) as they were leaving for the end of the day. They, too, have grown.
We got to see Mrs.Grant and everyone one else!
Time to head over to they Kelley home and meet baby TJ.
We stayed a short while. The kids had fun playing with Kayley. I had fun holding the baby. TJ is so adorable.
We headed out about 6:00 - we had promised to get KFC for supper at Don and Rachel's. We arrived at the Primmers about 3 minutes before Don arrived with some of the kids (Rachel and Kate had book club). I guess I picked up too much chicken, because it took forever to finish!
Friday we headed to Janesville for a visit with Jacque Derhammer (our former babysitter), lunch at subway, another visit with Julie Buckman and kids, a short visit at the Kelley home. We finished our big visit day with a trip to Grandma Linda's. We stayed long enough to get a visit in, but when Linda and I get together....there is never enough time! We could talk FOREVER! I enjoyed a glass of wine (Thanks Glenn!!!) and got to see the beautiful redecorating job in the living room.
By the end of the day we were ready for bed!!!
Saturday was Jaci out by herself day. Rachel agreed to watch the kids (on top of her 4 - Don had to work in Illinois). I started out my day with brunch at newly remodled home of Kitty and Mike Hinaus. I started tearing up as soon as I walked in. There they were....my teaching buddies from Adams School. Karla Vriezen, Tiana Borchardt, Laura Loizzo, Linda McWilliams, Teresa Ludeking, Carol Tyriver, Bonnie Schauder, Diane Murphy, Dottie May, (Kitty Grant left before I got there) all looked so wonderful. The brunch and converstation (and laughs) were exactly what I needed.
After the brunch I headed to the home of Terri Kislia for the baby shower for Stacy and TJ Kelley. It was a great gathering of friends - I loved seeing everyone. Attending were: Julie and Carson Buckman, Stephanie Gogul, Amy Dhom, Jodi Adler, Melissa Griffin, Liza Witt, Kitty Grant, Bonnie Schauder, Deb Somerville, Mandy Zdrale, Sarah Rao, and Terri and Sam Kislia. Stacy received some very nice gifts. I think TJ will be the best dressed baby in Janesville. I was doing rather well (emotionally) until Amy wanted a hug and told me she missed me. I just lost it - and had a difficult time recovering from my 'cry fest'. I think I realized that the distance is long, that these women are amazing, and that I miss being a part of their daily lives. I tried to leave when Kitty and Mandy left - which was rather abruptly, but I couldn't imagin getting my composure back while still seeing my friends and missing them. I headed to school to talk to Mandy. Her grandmother just passed away and I wanted to make sure she was ok. I then called Linda and we worked in Karen's room trying to pack it up. Karen had a medical issue with Justin and missed the brunch and shower. She accepted a Library Media Specialist job at Lincoln Elementary School and needed to pack up her room. Linda and I worked about 2 hours trying to sort things and box things up. Linda and I went to supper together (Glenn was in Conn.) and continued our visiting. Then I said good-bye to Janesville and headed to Don and Rachel's. Linda was going to head back to school with Karen and finish up her room.
Sunday we packed up and ended the second part of our vacation. We loaded the van and headed to Clintonville.
We got to see Mrs.Grant and everyone one else!
Time to head over to they Kelley home and meet baby TJ.
We stayed a short while. The kids had fun playing with Kayley. I had fun holding the baby. TJ is so adorable.
We headed out about 6:00 - we had promised to get KFC for supper at Don and Rachel's. We arrived at the Primmers about 3 minutes before Don arrived with some of the kids (Rachel and Kate had book club). I guess I picked up too much chicken, because it took forever to finish!
Friday we headed to Janesville for a visit with Jacque Derhammer (our former babysitter), lunch at subway, another visit with Julie Buckman and kids, a short visit at the Kelley home. We finished our big visit day with a trip to Grandma Linda's. We stayed long enough to get a visit in, but when Linda and I get together....there is never enough time! We could talk FOREVER! I enjoyed a glass of wine (Thanks Glenn!!!) and got to see the beautiful redecorating job in the living room.
By the end of the day we were ready for bed!!!
Saturday was Jaci out by herself day. Rachel agreed to watch the kids (on top of her 4 - Don had to work in Illinois). I started out my day with brunch at newly remodled home of Kitty and Mike Hinaus. I started tearing up as soon as I walked in. There they were....my teaching buddies from Adams School. Karla Vriezen, Tiana Borchardt, Laura Loizzo, Linda McWilliams, Teresa Ludeking, Carol Tyriver, Bonnie Schauder, Diane Murphy, Dottie May, (Kitty Grant left before I got there) all looked so wonderful. The brunch and converstation (and laughs) were exactly what I needed.
After the brunch I headed to the home of Terri Kislia for the baby shower for Stacy and TJ Kelley. It was a great gathering of friends - I loved seeing everyone. Attending were: Julie and Carson Buckman, Stephanie Gogul, Amy Dhom, Jodi Adler, Melissa Griffin, Liza Witt, Kitty Grant, Bonnie Schauder, Deb Somerville, Mandy Zdrale, Sarah Rao, and Terri and Sam Kislia. Stacy received some very nice gifts. I think TJ will be the best dressed baby in Janesville. I was doing rather well (emotionally) until Amy wanted a hug and told me she missed me. I just lost it - and had a difficult time recovering from my 'cry fest'. I think I realized that the distance is long, that these women are amazing, and that I miss being a part of their daily lives. I tried to leave when Kitty and Mandy left - which was rather abruptly, but I couldn't imagin getting my composure back while still seeing my friends and missing them. I headed to school to talk to Mandy. Her grandmother just passed away and I wanted to make sure she was ok. I then called Linda and we worked in Karen's room trying to pack it up. Karen had a medical issue with Justin and missed the brunch and shower. She accepted a Library Media Specialist job at Lincoln Elementary School and needed to pack up her room. Linda and I worked about 2 hours trying to sort things and box things up. Linda and I went to supper together (Glenn was in Conn.) and continued our visiting. Then I said good-bye to Janesville and headed to Don and Rachel's. Linda was going to head back to school with Karen and finish up her room.
Sunday we packed up and ended the second part of our vacation. We loaded the van and headed to Clintonville.
Vacation - part 1: Ellsworth
Vacation started on Tuesday, May 30. We left Nebraska and started our drive to Ellsworth, WI. It took us 8 hours. I got some new DVDs to keep the kids entertained in the car. They are into the Nickelodeon show "Avatar". I got 3 hours of Avatar on DVD. We took some time to have a long lunch (Culvers!!!) and a few rest breaks. Finally, we got to Grandma and Grandpa Gruber's house. Jackson had fun helping Grandpa in his garden. I used our new camera and video taped Grandma Gruber showing us her flowers and garden.
Wednesday we helped Grandma Gruber in the garden. I even got the rotatiller going. Kids had fun outside watering eachother - oops I mean watering the flowers. My friend Starla came over for a nice visit. Her daughter, Rayna, and Jenna had a fun time in the dress-ups. Little man, Dane, wanted to be with the boys and the cars. That evening we went to River Falls to visit with the Dzubay family and see their new puppy 'Spud'. He is so cute! It was a wonderful visit. When we got home I heard from Jeff to call my friend Stacy. Stacy was in the hospital - getting ready to have her baby. Little TJ wanted to come early - he wasn't due until June 20. Our plan was to be at Adams School in Janesville on Thursday for the school shower for Stacy. TJ wanted to change that plan. I went to bed wondering if my phone would ring in the middle of th night.....
Thursday, we got ready to head to Janesville. No call during the middle of the night. I had to find the news, so I called my friend, Jodi Adler. She gave me the news that Theodore John Kelley was born on May 31. He was 7 pounds, 7 oz. 21 inches long. Interesting, Theodore's big sister, Kayley, was born May 1 and Stacy and Monty's anniversary is May 21!
Part 2 will start in Janesville.....stay tuned!
Wednesday we helped Grandma Gruber in the garden. I even got the rotatiller going. Kids had fun outside watering eachother - oops I mean watering the flowers. My friend Starla came over for a nice visit. Her daughter, Rayna, and Jenna had a fun time in the dress-ups. Little man, Dane, wanted to be with the boys and the cars. That evening we went to River Falls to visit with the Dzubay family and see their new puppy 'Spud'. He is so cute! It was a wonderful visit. When we got home I heard from Jeff to call my friend Stacy. Stacy was in the hospital - getting ready to have her baby. Little TJ wanted to come early - he wasn't due until June 20. Our plan was to be at Adams School in Janesville on Thursday for the school shower for Stacy. TJ wanted to change that plan. I went to bed wondering if my phone would ring in the middle of th night.....
Thursday, we got ready to head to Janesville. No call during the middle of the night. I had to find the news, so I called my friend, Jodi Adler. She gave me the news that Theodore John Kelley was born on May 31. He was 7 pounds, 7 oz. 21 inches long. Interesting, Theodore's big sister, Kayley, was born May 1 and Stacy and Monty's anniversary is May 21!
Part 2 will start in Janesville.....stay tuned!
Home from Vacation
We are home from our WI vacation. I will update the blog when I have time. Needless to say it was a great week full of babies being born (2), an engagement, laughter and tears. The kids had a great time and we all survived 2 weeks without Jeff. We are glad to be home.
I have another job interview tomorrow. 5th grade for Wheeler Elementary here in the Millard School District.
Will update soon.
I have another job interview tomorrow. 5th grade for Wheeler Elementary here in the Millard School District.
Will update soon.
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