tales from a far-land

November brought new opportunities, cherished celebrations, and moments of gratitude for our family. Here’s a look at what made this month special: Madilyn’s Cheer Season Kicks Off Cheer season started at Mountain Sky Junior High, and Madilyn was thrilled to be named one of the cheer captains. Her hard work and dedication were recognized, and she stepped into this leadership role with enthusiasm. Watching her lead the squad and bring energy to the school spirit has been such a proud moment for all of us. A Fancy Birthday Tea Melinda treated me to an elegant tea experience for my birthday. The ambiance was delightful, with delicate teacups, tiered trays of scones, sandwiches, and desserts, and the joy of good company. It was a wonderful way to celebrate and a memory I will cherish. A Night Under the Stars Both Aiden and Madilyn attended the "Night Under the Stars" dance at their school. They got dressed up and spent the evening with their friends, enjoying music, dancing, and ...

November was a month filled with exciting activities, achievements, and quality time spent together. As always, we wanted to capture these precious memories to look back on with joy and gratitude. So, here's a glimpse into our busy and fulfilling November: Madilyn's Cheerleading Journey: In mid-October after a multi-day tryout, Madilyn made the Mountain Sky Junior High School cheerleading team! There were over 70 applicants.  As a MJHS cheerleader, she cheers enthusiastically for the 7th and 8th-grade boys' basketball teams, both at home and during their away games. In November, she would often cheer at least two of the five weekdays for the games.  We did our best to support her and the boys.  Watching the cheerleaders' halftime routines became our favorite part of the games. Aiden's Junior Assembly Adventure: Aiden embarked on his Junior Assembly (JA) journey in November. It was a delightful surprise that many of his friends from elementary school also chose to pa...