Summer Fun!

School is out and summer has started--not like summer here is that different from the winter, though! We are enjoying not having to get up and get ready every morning. And we have definitely been hitting the beaches and pools almost everyday!

Mom has been here for a week and she will be here for two more. Caleb sure was happy to see her (or just someone other than me). It has been really nice having my laundry done and the kitchen cleaned after dinner! We haven't really done too much, just pools and beaches. Yesterday, we went to Waimea Bay on the North Shore. I love it when people come and visit so I have an excuse to do some sightseeing!

Caleb has also been very busy with Karate this summer. Just last weekend, he earned his yellow belt. Don't mess with Caleb!

An Update...FINALLY!!

What a great year for Caleb! He has passed kindergarten with flying colors--like there was ever any doubt. He has learned so much. I can't believe that he can read, do math, and even write stories. Not only did he make the Principal's List for the first semester but also for the second semester. His teacher, a.k.a. Teacher of the Year, told me that he is reading on second grade level. I just hope that he keeps up the good work and doesn't hit his "peak" in kindergarten! He is very excited to be in first grade next year!


Well, my first year of teaching has come to close as well. Throughout the year I keep asking myself why I wanted to become a teacher. There were so many ups and downs and stressful days dealing with 7th graders. During the last week of school, when the kids are absolutely off the wall, I realized why: summer vacation. It is so nice to have nothing to do but hang out with Caleb at the beach or pool. Although I still do not know if I will be rehired for next year, it looks promising. I have registered for more "teacher tests" and sent an application for admission to the University of Hawaii at Manoa. (I just hope I can pay in-state tuition.) Since I do not have my license to teach, I have to show that I am working toward it in order to be rehired.


The big news with Randall, though, is what is sitting in my carport taking up space. Most of you already knew, but Randall bought a Harley. It must be a guy thing because I have no idea why anyone would want to drive that rather than a nice, comfortable car. Whatever. He loves it and it is supposed to save on gas. The gas prices in Hawaii are predicted to get over $4.00 this summer!


Well, there you have it...the update you have been anxiously awaiting. This next week, I will busy cleaning my house waiting for my mom's arrival. Hopefully, my best friend will be coming soon too!

love and miss you all!!

Caleb has been for a ride a few times--not me!!!