Randomness

I've been watching the miners down in Chile nonstop. With all the 24/7 news that's BAD in this world, it's nice to pay attention to some GOOD news for a change.

It just reminds me of other times in my life that I can recall being glued to the television:

**OJ Simpson chase (was living in Myrtle Beach- waiting tables)**

**9/11 - was teaching 4th grade- again, living in Myrtle Beach**

**Princess Diana's death (post college)**

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School is going well for both kids.

The girl drama in Ri's class has settled down. For some reason I think it's only the beginning of girl drama that Ri will be involved in. She's actually learning things. She can write most of her letters- finally.

Jack's school conference was this week. He was picked to work with the Talented and Gifted teacher once a week. I am thrilled about this b/c our school doesn't 'pull out' for gifted kids on a regular basis until 4th grade. I am hoping they'll do the same with math- but we'll see if it's 'in the budget.'

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Only two more weeks of baseball for the kids.

Actually- Ri finishes up next Saturday. Her team party is this Saturday.

Jack has a double elimination tournament the last week in October.

Speaking of sports- we signed Jack up for basketball. Maybe this year- since he is a whopping 2 1/2 inches taller- he'll make some more baskets. We moved him over to the Y so our friend can coach him.

He also wants to play Lacrosse. There's a clinic by our house for 8 weeks that we're thinking of putting him in. There are no games- just instruction on how the game is played.

I know. I know. Let the kid have a break from sports. But- he loves it. So why the hell not. He's made it clear he never wants to play football so at least that's one sport he won't be signing up for.

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How to Train Your Dragon comes out on DVD tomorrow, finally. You better believe I'll be buying that one. What a great movie- and a great life lesson to learn as well.

That's it for now.

Until next time...