2 More Teeth Gone

Bruce made the team!

For the past two Wednesdays Bruce has been going to tryouts for the competitive soccer team in Vista. We got a handout at school that they were having tryouts. Since it's free to try out we thought Bruce would have fun. The coach called me this morning and said they'd love to have Bruce on their team! The first thing I asked was if they played on Sundays. He said they did play a few games each year on Sunday. I told him that Sunday was our sabbath and that Bruce wouldn't be able to play those games, and asked if that would be  a problem. He said that there were a lot of kids in the league that also didn't play on Sunday and that it wasn't a problem. He said some of his best players don't play Sunday and that the league would be foolish not to let those kids play. I was really happy with his response and grateful to the other parents in the league that are setting good examples.
Bruce is going to be really excited when I tell him after school. We're really proud of how hard he has worked. He has come a long way from his first team in VA. He is still in the middle of playing recreational soccer in Oside. Go Bruce!

Family Update

Robert - Last week was Robert's 3yr. anniversary with the federal government. It's hard to believe it's been that long. It seems like just yesterday that we moved to DC and he started that position. He continues to do well and is now in a supervisory position which he is happy about.  He also serves in the stake Sunday school presidency as 2nd counselor. He continues to love watching soccer, coming up with business ideas, and dreaming of a trip to Argentina.

KaDee - I continue to serve in the young women's organization at our church. It's a great calling. I especially love being able to go to Sunday school with Robert. I just got asked to speak in sacrament meeting on the 20th. I've been in the ward well over a year, so I guess it's my turn. I'm adjusting to quiet days at home with the little girls. I'm finding that I actually have time to do some things that I enjoy now and I have a few things I'd love to start...I'll keep you posted.

Bruce - Bruce is just getting taller every day. He is excellent at math and loves riddles and jokes. He started Spring soccer and finally had his first game last Saturday. He scored two goals. The last two games were rained out. He likes school and has a lot of friends there. His speech teacher says that he should be able to graduate sometime this year.

Linda - Linda loves crafts and keeping busy. I call her our artistic director around the house. She comes up with obstacles courses, crafts, clubs, and games for all the kids to play. She is still enjoying ballet and tap. She likes to sing and she always has a song in her heart. Linda likes to take her time and sees no reason to hurry. I went on a field trip with her to a play and the beach last week. It was a great day together.

Jane - She's counting down the days until Kindergarten. She will love every second of it, although I've gotten a little teary about it lately. How fast they grow! Jane likes to play games on the computer. She loves to cuddle. She can now read small words and make it through some of our beginner books. She will start swimming lessons in April. She loves to play with friends.

Claire - Claire continues to love food. It's a joy to feed her. She especially loves vegetables. After a couple picky kids it's a breath of fresh air. She is very independent and keeps right up with the big kids. She likes to talk to people on the phone, jump on the trampoline, go to nursery, and explore.

Pics of Claire and Jane

Preschool - We just had President's Day weekend. The preschool had an presidential desk set up.

We also went to the Farmer's Market after preschool.

Claire

Robert Tweets Again

Biggest worry for us right now is the Government shutdown. It appears that I will be out of a job on March 7 (furloghed). I don’t see Republicans compromising on the budget issues because of the tone out of the election, therefore, I think the Democrats will eventually have to give in on cuts. No guarantee that I will be getting paid for not working. KaDee is going to be getting me Sub papers from the School District next week. I may try to look for some under the table hired help…standing shoulder to shoulder with my Mexican Brethren.


Lucky for us that Issa’s amendment failed in the House. It would have taken our Step increase, which is due next week at my 3 year mark. A lot of different amendments flying around that I’m watching.


My new Foreclosure responsibilities should be interesting. I think the director here wants it to fail because she was stepped over by headquarters; therefore, she’s not providing me a lot of direction. She’s basically said – do what you want. Like…”I’m not supporting this thing”. I know the Deputy Director is very much against it, and very vocal about it. We’ll see how it goes.


Business Idea? Not sure if this is out there or not. I was listening to Ryan Seacrest this morning on 102.7…do they have video conference dating? Either solo, group or maybe with mediators? Not sure, but it seems like a good idea for LDS singles.


Had Jelly Fish for the first time this week. It was crunchy and interesting. Not sure if I order it in a restaurant but I would have some with a sushi buffet. It was okay.


I have a west view in my new office, which gives me a nice view of the mountains. My third office in 14 months.


It looks like we will be getting a visit this weekend from Branden Russell when he passes through Oceanside. Haven’t seen him since the early 90s I think.