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The girls attended Vaction Bible School at our chapel last week. Believe it or not, I wasn't involved. It felt weird and decadent.
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hey used a curriculum called Avalanche Ranch from Group Publishing. I have always loved their stuff - great songs, fun crafts and child-inspired activities. Both girls had a great week and *hopefully* learned a thing or two. All the kids wore cowboy hats and looked adorable!
I finally had to give up trying to update from my parent's house. The internet situation was just too darn frustrating. If anyone is considering doing a dial-up connection using a cell phone - DON'T!!! It's as effective as listening to music on a cassette tape walkman rather than an iPod. It'll do a job, but never as good as you wish it did.
Anyway, on to more positive things. We had a wonderful visit from my Auntie Bo and Aunt Gail, AND my very best friend from high school, Jeni, and her two girls, Kirsten and Taryn. All at the same time. Joining me, my girls, my mom and my sister. Dad was smart enough to high-tail it out of town before the house became packed with women. He ventured back just for the last day and really enjoyed watching all the girls play in the pool. Lots of squealing and fussing, but lots of fun, too. We hadn't seen Jeni for two years and I loved hanging out - she's awesome!
Our last week in Georgia continued to be busy. We went to see Hairspray while my aunt was still in town, since we're all big musical nuts. It was lots better than I expected. I thought I was in for superficial silliness, but there were alot of great political jabs that kept me laughing. Definitely a fun watch. I also got out with Cindy for a kid-free few hours of shopping and movie watching. We saw No Reservations; I enjoyed it, but had not paid enough attention to the trailer and didn't know that a child ends up orphaned when her single mom dies in a car accident. I was so upset that I could barely watch the movie. Sad kids just break my heart - even if they are fictitious characters in a movie. Since it was a see lots of movies kind of month, we also went out to see Shrek the Third for a second time. Why not?
So, now we're home. I've finally unpacked all but one of the six suitcases. The house is a mess. I can't remember what responsibilities I may have. Hopefully jet lag will pass soon and I can start thinking again!
