Maybe I am wrong, but I don't remember life being so complicated when I was in middle school. Everything is so competitive now. Maybe it was back then and I just didn't realize it. Sarah Kate started playing city league softball a couple of weeks ago. We've been encouraged to get her private batting lessons. When I was in third grade I started playing softball and I just did it for fun! No stress at all, as far as I can remember! I just played. I wasn't very good, but I liked it! Ha! Emily started band this year! Before school started, I got a letter from the school district strongly encouraging "your band student to take instrument lessons." WHAT? I bought into it and got Emily private clarinet lessons (which she really enjoys)! But, what happened to learning as you go? I never thought about taking private trumpet lessons when I started band. It seems like most parents are striving for their child to be THE BEST. I guess that's a go
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I can't believe she is already 5 months old on Friday! That is crazy!
I'm glad Scott and Steve had such a big time but I'm afraid they might not invite us on another vacation - it will just be them going hunting. Scott asked me at lunch when he could plan another hunting trip before gun season ends in a few weeks. WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO THESE TWO?
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I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O LORD make me dwell in safety. Psalm 4:8
We would pray this scripture over him before bedtime.
Lord, let Sarah Kate lie down and sleep in peace!
I'm rather tempted to try the water bottle trick though. I do know that I need to find the motivation to try something soon! :) Let us know if you find the magic answer!