Tonight was the long-awaited middle school 8th grade celebration! Preston had a super fun time with his friends. They ate lots of junk, danced (as much as you can in a boot), and of course utilized the photo booth. Although he's sad to be leaving middle school and a bit fearful of what high school will look like at least he'll have lots of friends by his side.
Savannah was selected as the recipient of the Kiwanis scholarship this year. They kindly asked her to attend one of their meetings to accept the award and enjoy lunch with them at the Golden Corral. :) So today was the day! Dave and I joined her and what an honor it was to hear them speak so highly about our Savannah. Some of the words from her teacher recommendations were shared and it brought tears to my eyes to hear how much other people value her servant's heart. At the end of the meeting they go around and each member can pay a $1 to celebrate something and so many of the members celebrated Savannah and the "strongest resume we have seen in quite awhile". It was such a blessing and a reminder that life is about more than good grades!
Before leaving she kindly asked Dave to swirl her an ice-cream cone :)
We were excited and a bit anxious to attend the Providence HS Senior Awards night this evening. Savannah already knew about two scholarships she received, but we were hoping for one more that was $10k. The ceremony was SO long, but well worth it in the end!
Mrunal, Sophia, and Savnanah
Today Providence hosted the senior lunch and yearbook signing day complete with Chick fil A! It was a fun event for the seniors to share on the football field together. Savannah sent me these pictures :)
Preston seemed to be a bit better today and was able to hobble around without crutches, so we decided to do mini golf. :) It was such a nice day and he made it all the way through in the boot despite the crazy crowds. Afterwards, we went to Toyota to pick up our new car!! The day was polished off with BBQ sandwiches and macaroni & cheese. YUM! Now let's get this school year wrapped up!
The day started off pretty normal, but quickly became crazy! Preston was at a sleepover and texted me early this morning to say he had hurt his ankle playing wiffle ball Friday night. I didn't really think much about it until he said he couldn't walk at all. UGH! I had already been out to grab an extra gift card at Harris Teeter and got home just in time to see Savannah off for her morning adventure around Charlotte to attend 3 graduation parties and a concert. Dave was at the gym and planning to pick Preston up from the sleepover on his way home.
I headed back out to work but tried to multitask while calling the ortho urgent care and pediatric nurse to see what to do about Preston. The verdict was that since he couldn't bear weight at all, he needed to be seen. While I was working the salesman from the car dealership called and said they were going to trade the car we were interested in unless we were coming to get it today. AGH! I promised him we would be back around 3:00 so Dave could check it out and then tried to finish my orders.
I guess it all worked out . . . Preston has a bad sprain and is in a walking boot with crutches until he can comfortably bear weight. We have a new car (well we will once the bank opens and we can get the title to the current car) and we even managed to make it to the outlets to get some new things for the boys from Under Armour to wear for graduation. Whew! Thankfully Dave is in charge for Saturday night dinners and he threw some chicken burgers on the grill.
You just never know what a day will hold around here . . .
This week has been Senior Spirit week at school. Each day had a different theme and today was everything but a backpack day where students get super creative with different ways to transport their school stuff without a traditional backpack. Savannah was so excited to take her mini shopping cart this morning as her backpack.
Savannah with Mrunal and Sophia making bouquets before prom
These girls had such a fun time! They made bouquets and got ready at our house before meeting up with the big group to take pictures at Freedom Park. They then went to dinner and prom. Savannah strolled up at home around 12:30am and although exhausted, she had a blast!
I never imagined when we joined a Sunday school class at Carmel for newly married couples 20 years ago that it would lead to some of my nearest and dearest girlfriends, who would be with me through the highest highs and lowest lows of life. We have been in Bible study together, experienced all of the firsts of motherhood together, celebrated and mourned together too. Not all of us had their first child in 2006, so this is just a snapshot of some of the women who mean so much, but what a picture of God's hand at work. Tonight we celebrated launching our first born children into the real world with a blessing and challenge from the church. It was such a sweet time as a family.
On Sunday the church celebration continued with a slideshow of the graduates in each service and of course a fun video montage of their student ministry events over the past 6 years.
This weekend Preston had a soccer tournament at Myrtle Beach . . . and Savannah decided she would rather not spend the entire weekend at the beach with a bunch of teenage soccer boys so we stayed home. It was a bit odd not spending Mother's Day weekend all together, but we were all happy with the choices and made the best of a crazy weekend.
Dave and Preston left Friday right after school so they wouldn't be rushed. That gave them ample time to stop at Buckee's on the way down. Apparently, the hotel was right on the beach but it was a bit of a drive to the soccer fields. Never the less, they had a great time and enjoyed lots of eating out and soccer! Although they lost two of the three games, they were super close in score and Preston played well. He's recovering from being sick at Disney and still has an awful cough so he was under *strict* doctor's orders to rest and was only allowed to play part of each game.
Savannah and I spent Saturday doing errands and lots of shopping (looking for new dresses for so many upcoming events), and then enjoyed takeout from Red Robin. I wasn't feeling the best so it was nice to chill at home, watch a girl movie, and get some good sleep.
Preston: "Mom, there's a bunch of geese in our yard and they aren't moving"
Savannah: "Those are swans, dodo"
Clearly, we need a field trip to the zoo! LOL This senior surprise couldn't have come at a better time. We have been dealing with National Honor Society drama and so much other stress; we desperately needed this smile tonight!
This year's 8th grade field trip was to Disney World! Preston was so excited and had an awesome group with Max, Kevin and Matrie . . . it just so happens the principal was his chaperone (not because he's that bad, but because his best friend is the principal's son LOL). They did have the advantage of being in a smaller group of 4 and quickly made their way around the parks. Buses left Wednesday morning at 4:45am and are planning to arrive home tonight at midnight. Whew! No way could I have hung for that chaperone gig!
Anyway, despite getting an awful cold on the second day, Preston had a BLAST! They started in Hollywood Studios, did open to close at Magic Kingdom yesterday, and ended with a half day at Animal Kingdom today. I texted Preston earlier as the bus was on the way home and he said it was absolutely silent. They will no doubt rest well this weekend! Super thanks to Mrs. Thompson for sending so many fun pictures and for helping these boys have an amazing trip. :)
