Charlie and Clara began in a new School, Oklahoma Christian Academy, Aug. 24.
I returned to Owasso High School for my LAST year of teaching-- on Aug. 10. I know I said that last year. --- I spent two weeks training for virtual and on Aug. 24 began online with my five classes and 125 students. On Sept. 17 our students came back in person.
Our friends, Marinelle & Dan made this wonderful plexiglass shield for me so that I could teach CoVID - style
Pawpaw and I gardened this summer and created a play- space and potting shed from a couple of repurposed playgrounds
Sure it's a sandpit -- the kids come in so dirty afterward. It takes lots of cleanup and scrubbing --but I believe that soil, sunshine, and fresh air make for the best adventures.
We enjoyed a wonderful visit from my cousin, Mary in mid-July -- her visit brought such a great time of sharing and reflection.
The Good kids
got their haircuts -- after quarantining 3 months.
got their haircuts -- after quarantining 3 months.
The Goods hiked all over Colorado and fished with Jim and Jan
The Bells enjoyed a trip to Eastern OK to visit a farm.
Mid - July Terry and I got to keep the 3C's while mommy and daddy attended Katie's grandma Jeannette's funeral in Wisconsin.
Charlie knows how to warm this Pawpaw's heart -- "Pawpaw - you're my best friend."
2020 has been a slower year -- time spent with family has been precious -- It's been a year to RE-SET --more time to reflect, read and ready ourselves for the Fall
