We're Getting Close

Preschool starts in less than three weeks. Tonight was a potluck at the park, where we got together with the teachers and many other families. CJ's favorite part may have been the mini cupcakes. Friday after next is orientation day and school starts the following week. Hard to believe it's been six months or more since we were making the preschool rounds. Guess it is time to start thinking about kindergarten...

Three out of Five Ain't Bad

Well, ain't so great either. Wednesday's swim lesson was fine. CJ was joined by two other little girls and CJ's friend chose to sit on the sidelines. CJ did great. Thursday was supposed to be a little better weather-wise, but we got a call from the pool saying that lessons were canceled because the pools weren't heated enough. OK, I guess. On Friday, Mama called and was told the lessons were on. Hmmm. They neglected to say that they were in the deep, lap pool only - not the leisure pool. And that the little kids would be standing on some metal, bleacher-like tables that they put in the water. And that the classes would be squeezed in next to each other, trying to keep the kids on the tables. Of course it was crowded today since the sun decided to make an appearance. CJ's class had 5 or 6 students and she was having a blast, until she slipped a bit and went under. She was fine, but shaken. She got out, but went back in for a mat ride. I guess she wanted to earn the stethoscope from the medical kit. She seemed to enjoy the ride, but shortly after they put her back on the table, she decided she was done with class for the day. Mama thought that was just fine. Let's hope next week goes a little more smoothly.

Goldfish, Part Two

We're in the first week of our second session of Goldfish swim lessons. A pink medical kit is on the line this time. Yesterday's lesson was cancelled due to thunderstorms in the area. Today was gray, but dry and warmer. CJ and her friend were the only kids in today's Goldfish class and they each ended up with their own teacher. It was nice, but Mama doubts that it will continue like this, especially with sun in the forecast (just not for tomorrow). CJ showed off her skills and blew bubbles while the teacher sang the Alphabet song. She made it all the way to Z two times!

One More Party

Not the most flattering picture, but this is what she looked like after another fun party. A quiet mention of the goody bag got her up on her feet and ready to head home.

Birthday Party #2

Postponed. Maybe next week.

Oh yeah, and CJ told us that her brother is going to be 4 next week. Mama said "Oh, really. Who is your brother?"

"He's a froggie."

Our First Tomato

Mmmmmm. It was good. This was the Isis Candy variety. Maybe she just liked it because it has candy in the name...

Birthday Party #1

This birthday party was outside at a preschool playground. Lots of fun stuff, but very warm. CJ found a little shade. She loved the John Deere cake and ice cream sandwiches.