I'm such a procrastinator.  I want to write a Christmas story for the newspaper and i didn't realize that the due date is on Friday.  I have an idea Mrs.Alsup gave me, and I hope it works!  Well, good night all!

More Rain and Wind

It was raining and blowing here like you wouldn't believe.  It wasn't as bad as in September, but still cold, wet and dreary.  I did most of my school this morning, and then we went swimming this afternoon.  There wasn't that many people there today.  Kat, N, K, and I tried to see who could throw the basketball into the basketball hoop on the other side of the pool.  It was intresting.  I can't play very well...  I almost made one.  I finished my homework except for reading my geography.  (Kendall is using the book right now)  We went to Tongass and I got a new blue shirt.  Stay warm and dry tonight!

Mikell

Today was great, but busy!  I woke up a little late this morning, but I was on time for church.  Kat, Leslie, and I led song service.  It was great!  I was going to play the piano, but thanks to Debbie she played for me.

Friday:  We went to the Winter Arts Fair!  It was so fun.  I was amazed at all the homeschool moms creations.  We have quite a few friends who do it.  I bought a really cute headband.  It's pink and brown.  Kat bought hair clips for friends and a doll dress for Bailey.  My grandma bought Spruce tip syrup.  We haven't tried it before, but I've heard it's like apple or something.  She also bought Huckleberry jam.  I had some on toast this morning and it was FABULOUS.

Thursday:  Thanksgiving was great.   I decorated the table with my grandma's beautiful china and a tablecloth from Panama.  We used her blue glasses too.  Well I'm really tired.  We spent all afternoon with Leslie & Erin!  Have a great evening :)

What are you thankul for?

What are you thankful for today?  I know I'm thankful for my family and my friends, and I'm also thankful for the bible text I read this morning.  It is Psalms 56:11.  "In  God I have put my trust:  I will not be afraid what man can do unto me."  I love this verse.  It's so encouraging to me!  I am also thankful for God's care in my life.  What are you thankful for today?

...and more Snow

It snowed!  I almost went outside today, but I haven't yet.  Kat doesn't want to go outside and have a snowball fight or anything :(  Well that's what happens when you're a teenager. (Just joking) We baked today for Thanksgiving.  My grandma made a apple pie and I made a coconut one!  I hope everyone has a lovely day tomorrow.

Snow snow snow...

It snowed today.  :)  I woke up this morning and looked out the window.  There was a beautiful layer of fresh white snow on the ground.  I like the snow at first when it's all white, but then people drive on it and it gets all dirty.  After school I shoveled off the porch I went down and jumped in the pile.  We almost went skating today, but we didn't. :(  Have a great evening all!  :)

I went swimming today =)  There was quite a few people there today.  We played sharks and minnows, and freeze tag.  Kat didn't want to swim at first, but then she got in.  This evening we went to feed the dogs.  It was good, but I don't trust one dog.  He's kind of sneaky :(  have a great evening ya'll.

It was cold today!  People were up at the Frog Ponds skating!  I can't wait to skate, but I don't trust the ice yet. 

This morning when we went to feed the dogs, Biscuit (now known as the escape artist) had gotten out of the pen.  We have no clue how she got out!  The fence is cemented at the bottom and there is only a five inch gap by the door.  Thankfully she didn't go anywhere!  She's locked up in the house! We're watching something on Africa!  Have a fabulous night ya'll!

I had a great day today!  This morning we went to church, and I had to play the piano.  It was the third time. I've played a couple times already, but I still get nervous and my hands shake sometimes!

After sunset Kat, Mom, Grandma, and I went to Brenda's house and fed her dogs.  This was the first time and it went pretty well except for it being pitch black!  Have a great evening ya'll!

Hello Everyone!  I hope ya'll have had a fabulous day!  Today it was about thirty-two or thirty-three degrees.  It's going to be ice skating time soon.  This morning we had piano lessons at 8:00 a.m.  the lady who teaches us is going to be gone for a week over Thanksgiving.  She asked us to watch her dogs for her.  Did I mention they are sled dogs? (and big.)  They are really nice dogs, just big.  Their names are: Rivers, Raven, Crow, Oreo, Ruby and Biscuit.  My favorite dogs are Rivers and Biscuit, they are brother and sister, and probably the biggest.  I also like Ruby!  She is the most hyper though.

We are having waffles for dinner with Mom's best blueberry sauce!  It's my favorite. :)  Have a good night!  Stay warm and dry!

Mikell

Today was a really busy day!  This morning I had science class.  Then we drove into town to get to the dentist by 9:00.  From there we went to the church,  Kat taught two violin lessons while I struggled with a math exam.  One more of her students came and then we went to P.E. at the REC center.  We played basketball today!  It was fun! : P Some of us are good and some (like me) aren't so good.  It was a good game, but now I feel exhausted.  We also picked up my grandma from the airport. She was down South and I'm really glad she's back.  Have a good night everyone!

Mikell

Lovely, Cold Day!

Today was really cold!  We're getting into our winter weather!  Tonight after dinner Kat, my mom and I went for a walk.  We walked from our house up to the school and back.  It was cold, but it felt really good!  Well I don't have anything else to say!  Good night!

Tuesday!

Today was a great day!  We did all our school and then Kat and I went over to Mrs.Alsup's house to have her help us with a quilt square we were supposed to get to a friend about a year ago!  Right now I'm chatting with a friend and getting ideas for my "board".  I had this idea to get a cork board and decorate it with pictures and a calendar!  Have a great day!

Awesome Day!

I had a fabulous day today!  This morning I got to sleep in for once because my dad is out of town.  Then Kat, Mom, Grandpa Brad and I went down to the cannery where we got the boat and started across the channel.  It felt so wonderful to be outside with the wind in my face and...well, you'll just have to come to Southeast to understand!  Today I just had a complete feeling of freedom! 

When we got to the Island we parked at my uncle Brian's dock because my grandpa's dock is currently under construction.  I drove the four-wheeler down the ramp to the dock where I picked up 5 or 6 Jerry Jugs full of gas.  It was a little scary for me since I've never driven the ramp before and the dock is REALLY small!  Next I drove across the beach to my grandpa's and up the hill.  That was fun except for I did a wheelie coming up the hill.  I made it up the hill and unloaded the jugs before ripping off across the yard!  I love four-wheeling!  I went up another hill, and another one before having to stop!  There where no more hills.  Then I got out my trusty 22 Henry Rifle and shot a few rounds!  I also shot a few other guns my grandpa had brought!  Our targets were black so we spray painted them red!  I got paint on my hand and it looks like it's bleeding!  All in all it was a fun day!

Average day!

Hey Everyone!  Today was a pretty average day!  We went to church, and came back to a delicious lunch my grandpa had made.  Then we went for a walk with Ms. Shar and Erin.  I figured out how to download music on my iPod, but I don't know how to delete!  Anyone have ideas? 

Rainy Day

Today was a really wet, rainy day.  I went to work with my Uncle B. I thought to myself as we were going to leave, "It's not raining that hard. I'll be fine."  Think again.  My mom wisely told me that I would need rain pants, a waterproof coat, and boots.  I'm so glad I listened to her.  It was soooo wet.  We went down to the cannery and got my Uncle's raingear.  Then we drove into partway into town and got the trailer. Next we went and retrieved some 8x8 blocks for the trailer.  We drove all the way into town to Northland Barge Line and picked up the tresses for my Uncle's house and drove back to the cannary.  Finally we unloaded the tresses and parked the trailer.  Now I'm sitting here drinking a cup of hot Chocolate. Yummm!  I'm going to go cuddle up on the couch and read my book!

Random Pics

Here are some pictures from this Summer! 

                                     Here is my friend Beth & I at the country fair in Waterville!

 It was pretty much all girls!  Yann, Kat, Beth, Hann, Me, and Em!

Hann in her new green shades :)

Two Bunny Rabbits! :)

That's the end of the fair pics! Next up are the ones taking during the few days after the fair.

I think this was either lunch or dinner!

If you can see the sides of the tent it was pretty small!

It was really crowded with one extra person!  We were having fun anyway:)

Smile for the camera!

 We played charades on Sabbath. :)  This is Kyle, Allen, and Kyle's older brother!

We played Frisbee too!

There it goes:)

That's all I have for know! 

We went hiking today!  It was fun, but my feet are a little sore. Boots aren't the best to hike in.  It was lots of fun, and when got to the top we ate lunch.  On the way up we passed lots of frozen puddles and there was a little pond along the way that was starting to freeze over.  I can't wait for it to freeze:)  Oh, when I mean we, it includes my family and the Hamlins!  Have a great evening!

Tuesday

Hi everyone!  We didn't do much today, just school and chores!  Well, on second thought,  Kat and I practiced the song we're singing together.  It was fun,  my part is a little hard since I'm singing the harmony, and I've never sung harmony before...  We also played a few piano duets together, my favorite one is "Hark the Harold Angels Sing"  I also ordered an purple iPod nano!  My sis and I are buying a shuffle for my mom!  We are hoping they get here before we leave for Mexico!  Have a great day!

Mikell

Random pictures

Hey Everyone!  Today was a great day!  This afternoon we went hiking with somw friends from out of town.  It was lots of fun.  We walked the Savage Trail to the end, and then we walked the dirt road back.  Then we stopped in at Refiners Roast and got a hot drink!  I have to get the pictures off the camera.  Our USB cord is missing :(  We have to take the camera to Walmart and put them on the disc.   Have a great day! :)

A hike from a couple of months ago!

 Becky & Megan & Me & Kat

 Becky & I

 I love this picture!

 The Whole Group except Jody!

This is Me

Frustrating Pictures

This is so frustrating!  I can't get my pictures to load.  L sent them to me from her iphone, and now they won't load. 

We had a busy day today!  I had P.E. and voice, plus Kendall taught four violin lessons.  P.E. was fun today,  we did gymnastics, hockey,  and just ran around and had fun. Have a great evening!

Tomorrow is a Thursday!

Busy day!  Thursdays are always busy!  Today was slightly busy!  We did TONS of school!  Then at 2:30 we went to the Pioneer Home with our cousins and some friends.  Kat and I played "As the Deer," and I played "Seek Ye First."  I love "Seek Ye First,"  it's such a pretty arrangement!  Kat and I have played "As the Deer," for soooo many functions.  My mom loves it! Have a great day!!!

An Almost Rainless Day!

            No wind or rain right now! Ya!!! Whoops, I spoke to soon. It just started raining. :( Oh well! I have had a great day so far! I finished all my school and chores. Right now I am listening to "Songs from the Siuslaw." It is the CD my cousins wrote. My grandpa and the song writers grew up together. They were all loggers so it's about logging. I really like listening to it! My one cousin Craig writes songs and plays the guitar, Terri sings and plays guitar too. They both play by ear and only read a little bit of music.


          Tonight we are going to pick up Mrs.Alsup from the airport. She was in New Jersey. We haven't seen her in a while. :)

Hello Everyone!

Hey!  Today I went swimming with Kat!  It was lots of fun.  We played Sharks and Minnows, and we all the girls or at least most of  them lined up on the side of the pool and jumped off creating a Dominoes effect.  It was lots of fun.  Kat treaded water for fifteen minutes.  I tried but five was all I could do today,  I have done ten or fifteen minutes before though.  Today there was another wind alert & it blew Hard!  No telephone poles were broken.  Have a great evening everyone!

Mikell