Wielands' Ways

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Luke and Mud

What does a farm boy do after a 1/2 inch rain? Play in the mud puddles, of course!

Happy Father's Day to my wonderful husband! I couldn't have asked for a better man to grow old with and raise our children. You work hard yet have time to be an involved dad. Looking forward to many more Father's Day pictures!

Also, Happy Father's Day to my dad, John and my father-in-law, Henry. Todd and I would not be the people we are today if it wasn't for your wonderful influence on our lives.

Friday, June 14, 2013

Summer Drama

Once again, I took on the task of putting together a RLF Summer Drama production. We had a cast of 21 students ranging from age 8 - 12 and rehearsed weekdays from 8:30 - 11:30. Our play was entitled "The Emperor's New Clothes" which centers around a certain king who is very fond of clothes. Two swindlers trick him into believing they can sew him a suit that only the wisest in his kingdom will be able to see. Through a series of events, the emperor ends up parading through the "town" in his long john underwear. My students did a fantastic job creating this production in 10 rehearsals and performed it without a hitch!

The cast of "The Emperor's New Clothes"

Sarah, Rachel and nieces - Jaden and Paige were all part of the play.

Sarah as the "Minister of Pets/Narrator"

Rachel as the evil swindler "Luigi Farabutto"

First Haircut

The time finally came this past week for Luke to get his first haircut. I'm not one to be too sentimental about these types of milestones which probably explains why I chose not to treasure a piece of his hair (or maybe by child #4 it just doesn't seem that relevant in the long-term.) Needless to say, the barber was quite surprised at my decision and even asked me several times if I was sure that I didn't want to save a lock of his hair. Yes, I am sure!

Before with the long bangs and curls in the back.

He had to sit on mom's lap to get it down.

Finished at last!

Lookin' handsome with my new cut.

Sunday, May 26, 2013

Just Luke!

I spent the last few posts on the girls so I thought Luke needed one of his own!

Nothing better for breakfast than a stolen girl scout cookie out of the cupboard. I snuck it out before mom and dad could catch me!

I don't think Auntie Deb intended me to use my birthday present this way!

One of my favorite toys!

All of this fresh spring air sure can wear a guy out.

What better to do on a Sunday afternoon? TP the kitchen, of course!

Sittin' down and having cold one!

Awards Day/Graduation

We celebrated Awards Day on May 24. The girls received several awards and we were very proud of all they have accomplished. I was taking pictures with my phone so they might not be very good.

We also celebrated Rachel's 6th Grade Graduation. She has been at J.A. Hughes Elementary school since pre-school. It is hard to believe she is moving on to Jr. High at Lafayette High School next year. At least I will still get to see her everyday!

Here are the awards they received:

Jordan: Excellent Teacher Helper Award, Book-It Award and AR (Accelerated Reading) Award

Sarah: Book-It Award, AR Award, Crafty Crafts Award and Citizenship Award (nominated by her teacher for her kindness and helpfulness to all in the classroom)

Rachel: AR Award, Million Word Club Award, Outstanding Academic Gold Award (signed by President Obama) and her 6th Grade Diploma

Sarah receiving her Citizenship Award

Jordan and her reading awards

Sarah looking proud!

Shaking Secretary Julie's hand when getting her award

6th Grade Class 2013

I made it through with flying colors!

Rachel and her two close friends (friends since Small World Daycare Center!)

Sarah looking proud with all of her awards!

Rachel and her awards and diploma.

Jordan with her awards.

Rachel receiving her diploma

Rachel and her 6th Grade teacher, Mr. Remick (also her cousin!)

Spring Programs

All three girls participated in a spring program at their school in early May. Rachel's program was entitled "Home of the Brave" and was written and choreographed entirely by the 4th - 6th graders (with some guidance from their wonderful music teacher.) Students picked out patriotic songs and wrote their show around the songs.

Sarah's program centered around Bully the Bullfrog who as moved into town. The show teaches children how a bully can turn everything upside down in your world but if you treat him with respect and try to include him in your activities, he may just turn into a nice guy!

Jordan had her program the next afternoon. Her class (along with the Kindergarten) did a "Year in Review" of different songs and concepts they learned in music class.