tales from a far-land

September brought a mix of thrilling accomplishments, cherished memories, and a startling moment that reminded us of what matters most. Here’s how our family navigated this eventful month: Madilyn’s High School Adventures Madilyn embraced her freshman year at Xavier College Preparatory by fully immersing herself in the social scene. She joined her XCP friends at most of the Brophy College Preparatory varsity football home games, enjoying the camaraderie and excitement of high school sports. She has also embraced the high energy and class rivalries that develop during XCP's school rallies. During one of the games in September, Madilyn asked a couple of her girlfriends to attend Homecoming together. Watching her navigate this new chapter with confidence and joy has been heartwarming. Aiden Joins the Volleyball Team Aiden decided to try out for the Mountain Sky Junior High volleyball team and was thrilled to make the team! September was packed with practices and games, and Aiden loved...

 August marked the start of a new school year and was filled with family time, celebrations, and opportunities for growth. Here’s a look back at the highlights of this memorable month: Back to School This month, Madilyn began her journey as a freshman (or freshwoman!) at Xavier College Preparatory. Transitioning from her district middle school to Xavier brought some adjustments, but she has embraced the change beautifully. Madilyn quickly joined several clubs, expanding her social circle and creating new friendships. She even enjoys wearing her school uniform, pairing it with her signature hoodie—a wardrobe choice she sticks with, no matter how high the temperatures climb above 100°F! Aiden returned to school as an 8th grader, ready to tackle the challenges of his final year at Mountain Sky Junior High. His enthusiasm and readiness for the new school year set the tone for success. A Visit with Mina and Lynsey We had the pleasure of spending time with Mina and Lynsey during their an...