All District at The Civic Arts Plaza

All District is a city wide performance with all the elementary, middle schools and high school in Newbury Park. It was an amazing night.

Adam getting ready to sing in front of 500 people.He sang, We have a little more to do.All the choirs in Newbury Park

Hairspray, Anyone?

It is time for the theater. It is time for Hairspray!!! We went to see the show on the first day of Spring Break from school. Everyone got dressed up. Jake wore a tie for the first time. He was quite dashing. The show was great.

International Night

It is International Night at the school. The Middle School Chorus was invited to perform. They sounded beautiful. They sang Stand by Me, Imagine, and Hashuviu. It was fun to see Mrs. Hague in the middle of them.

Do You Remember What You Read As a Child?

Fablehaven, Keys to the Demon Prison is a book written by Brandon Mull. It is actually a s 5 book series, which is a must read at our house including mom. It about the Sphinx - leader of the Society of the Evening Star - is after the final artifacts needed to open the great demon prison. This is the final book in the series. It came out on March 23, 2010. We got 4 copies. Three of them were birthday presents for Sam, Jared and Natalie. We wrapped them up and delivered them to the friends, and then the reading started. Anna was telling Adam, "Hurry up, I want to read it". I remember reading as a child. I wished I had those books now. I have passed on Little House on the Praire series to Anna, plus God, It is me Margaret by Judy Blume. Do you remember what you read as a child?

Happy 13th Birthday, Adam

Where has the time gone. Adam is now a teenager. He turned 13. He is a wonderful kid with lots to offer the world. We love him, and he is a great big brother.

I got this idea from my friend, Lisa Clinger. It was really fun to see Adam's reaction. It made the day more festive.

Hurray, It's my birthday!!!

This is the Birthday bag. I use one bag and just put all the gifts inside. This bag has seen a lot of birthdays.

Hey, it is a new tie blanket and Wii Resort.

Happy Birthday and welcome to a new chapter of your life - the teenage years.

Happy Valentine's Day

We do not do much for Valentine's Day. I provide a yummy breakfast with a festive table and a little chocolate. It is so fun to drink from these tall red glasses. Jens gave them to me on our first Christmas together. I think Adam is having a case of the sugar shock. Between Valentine's Day and his birthday party of candy. I think he is on a sugar high.

Happy Valentine's Day everyone

Adam's 13th Birthday Party!!!

We surprised Adam with a party for his 13th birthday. He knew that his best friends from school were coming by to go to the movies and eat pizza. But, we decorated with streamers, balloons, and most importantly, CANDY. We put candy all over.

Yes, we have enter the realm of a teenager. A new chapter begins.
It was very festive inside

Gabe Hodosh, Dylan Dodson, Jared Simmons, Adam, and Alex Everett. They have been good friends since 5th grade. Some of them have been friends since 2nd grade. Adam has known Jared since he was 5.

Crazy boys

A homemade cake with candy. The cake was really moist. A great recipe from my friend, Elizabeth. Thanks Liz.

Blow Buddy. There was a huge smoke cloud when Adam was done blowing out the candles.

Great Friends.

Adam - The Top Science Student

Adam was chosen by Mrs. Bluestein for a Sycamore Canyon Middle School School for the 7th Grade Top Student for Science. He was honored for the 1st semester of work. We are really proud of his hard work. Way to go Adam.