tales from a far-land

 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...

June was a month of growth, travel, and heartfelt goodbyes for our family. Between summer school, lacrosse tournaments, and a national conference, the month was packed with meaningful experiences and memories. Here’s a look back at everything we did: Madilyn and Aiden’s Summer Studies Madilyn started her journey at Xavier College Preparatory by attending their summer school program. Pre-Algebra was a requirement of her acceptance, and she tackled it with determination. It was a great opportunity for her to get a head start and become familiar with her new school. Meanwhile, Aiden participated in Brophy College Preparatory’s Summer Enrichment program. He balanced his time between a High School Placement Test (HSPT) prep course, weight training, and robotics. Aiden’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning were evident, and he’s excited about applying what he learned as he prepares for 8th grade. Lacrosse Tournament in Commerce City, Colorado From June 14-16, Aiden competed in a lacrosse t...