summer

The summer got off to a good start - until the snow returned yesterday.
Mika's soccer season got off to a wonky start. She refused to speak to anyone or play because she was "too scared". She got it together last week and actually played a game. She loved it! The only problem is Declan. He really wants to play too and we can't keep him off the field.
Declan is a superhero all the time now. He alternates between The Hulk, Spiderman, and Batman. It's problematic to try and get him out of his PJ's featuring one of the aforementioned heroes and dressed for the day, so he often just wears PJ's all day. Superheros prerogative. He loves watching the youtube videos for the old Adam West Batman series from the 60's and the old Spiderman cartoon theme. He sings that Spiderman theme about 100 times a day. He still loves hockey too.

I had a big long post in mind, but the kids are wanting a second helping of breakfast. Meh!

soccer star

soccer star
Originally uploaded by MamaT

The crew

The crew
Originally uploaded by MamaT

The recital went over really well. Mika had a few emotional moments, but managed to get herself onstage and dance for her class' number and the finale. She's standing to the immediate right of her teacher and proud as can be. The girl standing to the left of the teacher is the oldest daughter of my best friend from kindergarten. I hadn't seen my friend in years and years - until she approached me one morning at dance and asked if it was me. Small world indeed.

rockstar

gah! i broke down and bought mika one hannah montana song. i've kept it at bay despite mika's longing for well over a year now. i wonder how long before she discovers the tv show and movie?