Enjoying the Summer Break!

Our weather here has been a bit crazy and we never know whether to expect a cold breeze or the blazing hot sun. This photo was taken during one of our recent storms that occurred after a 100-degree day.

It has taken me a little time to unwind from the hectic pace of school and begin to enjoy the summer. I was very thankful to finish all of my methods classes for elementary education. It seemed like I was constantly working on one major project after another to satisfy the requirements for these classes. I will begin posting the results of some of these projects over the next few weeks.

I have already received my placement for my professional year that will start in the fall. I feel very privileged to have the opportunity to complete my student teaching at a harbor school. I have heard amazing things about how the harbor method works and I am anxious to see for myself how it benefits children.

The Dog Days of Summer

Although the puppy looks cute, I think he really is a demon!  This is our second summer with a very active Siberian Husky.  This morning he demonstrated his ability to turn on the water (all by himself) in the back yard and dig a nice, muddy hole....all this occurred prior to breakfast!

So far this summer he has managed to dig multiple holes in the yard, lift off the irrigation covers and chew them, prune all the bushes to a 1" height, and chew through the wires for the air conditioning unit.  I can hardly wait to see what the rest of the summer brings!