Deb Patterson Basketball Camp

Kiersten and the "amazing " ASHLEY SWEAT

Kiersten got to know the KSU BB players a lot this week as she participated in the KSU Deb Patterson BB camp. This was a 4 day overnight camp. Her coach was Jalana Childs! She learned a lot of ball handling techniques, played 3 on 3 games, and had friendly competitions. The KSU ball players actually lead this camp, and stayed with them in the dorms. The kids seemed to have an AWESOME time and Kiersten is already making plans for next year!


Alina Voronenko helping us move into the KSU dorms

Run-Shunga Day 5K

This past weekend I participated in a small 5K in Council Grove. I do not usually run short distances-but I thought this was for a great cause and a way to support our beloved lake town! Race day was '"of course" hot and humid, and the start of the race was 82 degrees (too hot for this mama). My goal was to run 7:25/min. miles, but I only managed one mile at that pace, and then the heat took its toll. I was fortunate to place first in my age group (a 1st for me...). It was a fun experience and a joy to share this experience with young Megan Ochoa.


Award Ceremony
A couple of friends "hit the pavement" as well

Kalediscope Visit

We were able to sneak to Kalediscope, the Hallmark museum, and the Crayola Cafe last weekend after Grandpa's b-day party. Nate was visiting from Chi town and...as always...we have a BLAST when Uncle Nate is around!!!!

Why am I so bothered by this photo????

Happy 90th Birthday Grandpa!

My family was so fortunate to celebrate my Grandpa's 90th birthday this past weekend. What a wonderful milestone, and a huge blessing to have both my grand-parents still in my life. Happy Birthday Gramps!

Hospital Hill Race 2010

Another HOT and HUMID Hospital Hill run. I opted out of the Half marathon and did the 10K this year do to a hip injury. It was just as hilly as the half, but oh so much shorter :0)! My running friends and I had so much fun running into so many Manhattan people at this race. We had a GREAT time, and always enjoy the challenge of this hilly course

Never to early for a little Tad's sno cones.....

Our favorite summertime treat is Tad's-Yum-mmmmy! The kids and I stopped off yesterday to cool off with some bubblgum, apple mash, and cotton candy slushies. SOOOOOO GOOOOD!

Karli Year End sleep over

Karli invited a couple of good friends to spend the night last week. These "soon to be 2nd graders" were AWESOME! We went swimming, ate pizzas, made ice cream sundaes, and did some art! The girls went right to sleep and even slept in til nearly 8am-WOW!

Memorial Day Lake Fun

Snapshots from Memorial weekend!!!!!

Karli's end of year class picnic

Bye-Bye 1st grade...here comes 2nd!

Karli had her class picnic this week at the park. The kids had a blast, and it was so fun to hang with all of them!

Kade's water day at school

Kade had a great time at his water day at preschool today! Lots of water toys, water slides, and yummy shaved Italian ice!

Kaden's last soccer game

Kade ended his soccer season this year-I think this comes more of a relief to his mother, who definitely thought her son provided much of the "entertainment" this year. Coach James was ever so patient with this ever so "motley" soccer team called the "Blitz". Not sure yet if soccer is his thing...Ummmm let me rephrase.....definitely too early to tell, and I am not holding my breath.

Kiersten's 3rd Grade wax Museum

This week the third graders presented a biography on a historical character. Kiersten choose Rosa Parks. Their job was to come dressed like their character, prepare a historical timeline, and finally present their biography's in the form of a wax museum. All the kids gathered in the library and if their "button" was pushed, they would present their findings to you. It was super clever and super cute. All the kiddos did an excellent job and worked extremely hard.

Karli's short locks!

Karli said goodbye to her long locks this week! Too cute!