May

And just like that - we are in May.

• It's been rainy and rather cool, but everything looks beautiful with bright greens and blooming plants everywhere. 
• The kids and I started watching season 3 of "His Dark Materials" last weekend. It's weird and entertaining and conversation-provoking.
• The school activities don't feel too out-of-control this year.
• Our oldest has a bunch of concerts coming up (one for school, one for local  youth orchestra, and one with his violin teacher's class). The girls have a piano recital in a couple of weeks.
• I believe 8th grade has some special stuff, like a dance, and maybe even a graduation ceremony - but - I don't really care. My son will go if he wants to go. No big deal. 
• There are a few more track & field meets - I want to go at least to 1 for each kid.
• Ah yes, there is one more thing that I need to do before the school year ends - Mystery Reader. I did it for the older kids - so much fun. I'll email C's teacher today. The time is running out...