First Day of School

Chloe's first day of Second Grade went off without a hitch. She was extremly nervous however because "I have to take tests this year, and be very quiet because 2nd grade testing is very important". I had to tell her over and over that yes......there is 2nd grade standardized testing, but it doesn't happen until the Spring. I know there is always talk about "teaching to the test", but really....do we have to make these kids nervous 9 months ahead of time?

Thank goodness for her good friends Julia, and Truman. They helped her laugh and not be so nervous!!!

A Trip to New Castle, PA

Guess who these good looking people are? My grandparents....John and Vera Vargo who reside in New Castle, PA where they have been their whole lives. They met at Shenango China, a local pottery where they both worked for many years. They now reside at Shenango On The Green, a Presbyterian Assisted Living Center. My grandmother is in the convalescence wing, and my grandfather lives on the assisted living side. He goes faithfully everyday to visit with her and feeds her lunch and dinner.

My grandmother did not remember me and was actually quite nervous of me at first. She kept saying "are you taking my husband". I think she thought I was making the moves on my Grandpa, but she could remember perfectly the words to any song I started singing. Christmas Carols, or Daisy - Daisy...we sang for most of the 2 days I was there.

This is my Uncle John Vargo and his wife, Carla. They are amazing people and great examples of selflessness. They allowed me in their home for the few days I was there, and they take such good care of my Grandparents. I am so blessed to have the family I do!

This trip was one I hope to repeat again, especially taking my Grandpa out for Chili Dogs!!!