Our little soccer star! Viva o futebol!

Rita's soccer team participated in a soccer tournament last weekend and came out in first place!!! This was the first time the team played at a competitive level since they all came together and we think they did an amazing job!!! We are very proud of them!

Just a moment ago...

Wasn't it just yesterday that I was holding you in my arms, rocking you to sleep with your favorite nursery songs...? Wasn't it just a moment ago that I saw you proudly getting into that school bus on your way to your first day of Kindergarden...? Wasn't it just a second ago that you nervously and anxiously started your grand adventure into Middle School...? Everyone told me, and now I know... Time is but a moment, don't dare blinking...

As you move into High School, we are so, so, SO proud of you, Anna!! We know you have what it takes to fulfill your dreams and achieve greatness, and can't wait for the next seconds, moments, tomorrows... We love you!!

P.S. ... Not blinking...

The sweetest times

Before school ended my son's kindergarten class went on a fishing field trip... The kids had a blast and Alex was absolutely beside himself when he caught his very own fish (he had it for dinner that night!). I can't believe this school year is over... I wouldn't have missed spending this time with him for anything!!


























The day before the last day of school, I joined my daughter Rita on a walk around our little town. Every year, the fourth graders at our elementary school recreate the Oregon Trail. The children love to dress in period clothes, and craft their own wagons as they prepare for a long walk. The day ends with a picnic at the park, music, dance and treats. These are the sweet memories we will treasure forever!!