It is getting harder and harder to take time out of school for these kids.
They have a week's worth of make-up work to do now.
Cassi's class isn't too bad.
But Madi does have quite a lot to do.
After school, she headed straight upstairs and started to work.
And she got a lot done.
She is a good kid.
I can't believe how much she has grown up lately.
So crazy how time flies!!!
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Elsie had her IEP evaluation at school today.
I am so thankful that there are so many wonderful people who work with her and love her and want the best for her.
We talked about goals she has met, and goals for the future.
She has made so much progress this year, and I can't wait to see what another year brings!
Her PT at school, Miss Holly, told me that Elsie is her own best advocate, but also her worst enemy.
If Elsie thinks she can do it....she will.
If Elsie thinks it is too hard, that's it....then she won't even try.
Miss Holly said that she has tried everything she can think of to get Elsie to kick a ball.
Elsie just has a melt down when she sees that ball, cause she doesn't think she can do it.
In the car afterwards, we were headed to the store for some milk and stuff, and I talked to her about kicking the ball.
I asked her if we should get her a ball so she could practice for Miss Holly.
She got very excited and said she wanted a purple ball just like Miss Holly.
So we got her a purple ball.
We got home, and guess what?
She kicked it....over and over.
I am so excited for her to play with Miss Holly.
And I think she is excited enough about it, and knows how proud Miss Holly will be, that I think she will show it off for sure!
You rock Elsie!
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We got our piano tuned/appraised today.
The guy said it is over 90 years old and in pretty great condition.
We scored!
He said that in it's condition right now, it is worth about $400.
If I were to refinish it and get the pads changed on the inside (or something like that) I would be worth well over $1000.
Not bad for a free piano, right??????
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We also got to go spend a little time with the Young's tonight.
They invited us over for Ice Cream.
It is always fun to hang out with them....even when it is only for a little bit.
Thanks guys.
2 comments:
That's awesome about the piano!! Madi has grown up so much - that did strike me when you guys were here. I'm so excited about Elsie kicking the ball!!!!! Yeah Elsie!!!
How do you like the IEP meetings? Do you feel that they are helpful and informative? Are all the teachers, etc. helpful? I haven't attended an official IEP meeting, yet. I did have an update for one of my students. It was nice and the parent was very active and involved and just wanted the best for his son.
That is so cool about her and the ball! I love how you suggested it to her and she went with it! She really is one amazing girl! And so lucky to have an advocate for a mom! I know you'll keep this up for her throughout her whole life! I hope she is continually blessed with amazing teachers!
And that is so wonderful about your piano....and you were tentative about taking it!!!!
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