My baby. My graduate. My soon-to-be college student. Pictured: my brother-in-law Keith, me (omigosh, I’m actually on the other side of a camera), my sister Robyn, Dad, Mom, Tanner and Drew. You know, I wish I had some words of wisdom to extend to my last high school graduate, but I don’t know what it…
Category: Tanner
Wow. Just Wow.
Some scenes from Tanner’s last few weeks of high school tennis. Conference singles champion. District singles champion. Sectional singles champion. Now he’s headed to the state championships for the fourth time in four years. What a stunning accomplishment. Wow, that’s my kid. I find myself saying that a lot lately. About both of my kids….
Going to the Zoo
My kids might both be adults now, but they’re never too old to celebrate with their mom on Mother’s Day at the zoo. Okay, “celebrate” probably isn’t the right word. How ’bout: They’re never too old to humor their mom on Mother’s Day at the zoo. I’ve been so anxious to pet the stingrays at…
Not Ready for This
Tanner’s spring orchestra concert was Monday. The last of his high school career. One of many “lasts” happening in our house this month. Then… Tuesday & Wednesday – he played in his last tennis team district championship. Thursday & Friday – he played his last individual district championship (he won!). Followed by… Next week: his…
Influence
This is a crappy iPhone photo of one of my favorite moments from today. The kids and I were sitting in the living room when suddenly Tanner pointed towards the window. “Oh, hello!” He was greeting this little guy who was hanging out on our screen. The amazing part was that our blinds were pulled…
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