The Roberts Gang

Our buddies Kathleen, Liam and Casey invited us to a playdate at Roberts park with another friend of Julian's from Tot Zone, Miles and his mom. We picked Nana up from the airport, threw together a nice picnic lunch and headed up to the woods. We found our friends plus three more and had a great little group of moms and rugrats. The kids had such a great time together, Zoe leading the pack, running through the forest. Julian really liked reconnecting with his buddy Miles, who he rarely sees and those two ran through the redwoods on their imaginary pirate ship, pilaging treasure of unknown kinds from marauding pirates on the tree-sloped seas, swords at the ready.

At Sunset

Buddies

Today I started my bi-weekly volunteer sessions in Zoe's classroom. I spent an hour with the kids; first on the playground, then in the classroom for handwriting and Writer's Workshop. Their teacher has that classroom running like a well oiled machine. I was taking a lot of mental notes. The kids always knew what was expected of them, and how to proceed. They are all in varying stages of learning to read and write, as well as learning how to learn. It was fascinating to be there, watching it all happen.
Zoe was so excited to have her mommy there- but I needed to help all the kids, and I could tell Zoe wanted more of my attention. It was great getting to know all of her classmates- I hear about them in bits and pieces. They are a neat bunch of kiddos.
Here is a picture of Zoe, and her favorite buddy, Cyrus.

Fleet Week

AKA Celebrate Invasion Day with the armed forces!

Pedal Pusher

With the Fishes

Sea of Sand

Little Amelia