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Tatum LOVES to write stories. She gets inspired by the books we read.

She started a new story yesterday and couldn’t wait to read it to us. I LOVE her participial phrase usage!

Intro:

Like: “I said taking off my shirt.” or…

“Fear and panic growing.” This is a modifier (it modifies a the verb: Yelling) I think this is a verbal phrase!

“Drifted off to sleep.” Great word choice, Tot! Keep it up!!!

Tatum is starting to experience the challenges that stem from the opposite sex; All good challenges, but still, new and hard to navigate.

First, she has a first crush, which, rarely, is reciprocal. Noah from her grade adores her, and they like to talk often on the phone.

But, here is the challenge! Just last night the doorbell rang. It was 7-year old Beckham from down the street. He handed her an envelope and then ran away. She told him to wait while she handed him a Focus on the Family magazine. (She wants him to believe in Jesus)

Here was the note:

Oh, dear! Two boys. How did this happen? More of this to come, I’m sure of it. EEK! Lord, help us.

Now, in terms of friends, she has another dear friend she has known since Pre-K (Paradise for Tots) days. Little Carley (now big Carley!). This sweet girl has always had Tatum’s back and would fight for her. She is a lovely friend. Just this weekend, she came over for a play date and she thanked me multiple times for everything. Very polite!

Here they are from Kinder!

I’m so grateful for friends. She is learning what it means to be a real friend, and what to value in a friend. She must be what she wants to attract.

Tatum has been concerned about her math performance in class. I reminded her that it is just a speed issue. More practice, better speed!
So, I came upon this program called “Rocket Math.” The inventor, Dr. Don, spent a 1/2 hour on the phone with me going through it. So kind!
Anyway, she loves it! I decided to try her first with her multiplication facts.
She does 10 minutes (at least ) a day, and she is LOVING it!

Lauch it, Tot!! You are doing awesome!
Stay tuned for her progress.

Watching her play is truly exciting as she makes playtime an event!

She can turn a stack of “design” magazines into a whole imaginative world!

Then she adds characters..

Lord, what will you do with her brain and gifts? I can’t wait to see!

No, not a rat nor a gnat. We had my honey guess what was in the pool yesterday.

Yes, it was a normal day. Tatum and I get in the pool around 3:30 pm every day for a short swim. I’m paddling along and I see a black blob. I take a closer look, and it is not a leaf nor a rock. Nor a mouse or a rat. Nope.

It has wings. WHAT!? This winged little critter happens to be a bbbb….at. Tatum immediately hops out of the pool and tells me to get out now. I tell her he is dead, and she reaches for my phone to gather evidence.

Oh, my. He is creepy.

Let’s get a closer look.

Doug NEVER guess a bat, so thankfully he found him in the skimmer basket all shrivelly. EWWW>>

Glad we don’t have to become the bat cave. Who’da thunk?

It was time for his annual Vet visit. We have been going to North Phoenix Vet Care since he was a pup! He loves it there. Well, he always leaves a little package in the lobby. (if you know what I mean! Ha!)

Ok, so he has gained ONE pound! Yay! Now, I know that he is a bit scruffy right now since he is due for a grooming, but also he is now eating. We switched food to Costco brand and he LOVE it. Praise Jesus.

10.3 lbs!

She just ADORED him! He was so brave and cute. Didn’t even flinch for his shot and…

for his drops in the mouth. (Bordatella)

Thank you, Dr! I get to get my teeth cleaned next year!

And now, just rub my tummy, Mommy! Such a blessed and loved little guy.

We still do this! However, the idea generators may be a bit tired! We are still implementing old ideas and adding a few new ones here and there. I love when they give me food ideas.

So, mine are pretty generic. I really am excited about planning a HAY retreat with service in mind.

Work in progress.

Tot really loves to give me food ideas! Also, anything FAMILY.

She changed lasagna to casserole. Any casserole. Does she even know what this is? Heehee

Ok, Doug always has great ideas for family and bonding.

Till September. Keep an eye out for implementation!