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Vacation and the Start of a Vocation

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Wow, things have become insanely busy! We returned home from a family reunion in San Diego, CA a week ago, and this past week I started teaching the second grade. The trip to CA went much more smoothly than we anticipated, especially the flights to and from.  Hinckley did pretty great for his first vacation ever. I think he was a little surprised (in a good way) with all the attention he got from all his young cousins. 

Precious Cargo

Beautiful view from right where we were staying. You can see some of the cousins playing in the waves - as they
did so for much of the trip!

The trip to CA came at a moment that provided us a great rest and preparation for the challenging road ahead. We enjoyed relaxing, eating lots of good food, and walking in the perfect weather.

Kas is doing great, recovery pretty much complete.

The hot tub was the place to go after playing in the waves.

Chatting in the kitchen

This is on the balcony of the place we stayed. Pretty good spot for
a family picture I reckon

Precious Cargo part 2

Smiling

Hinckley didn't cry too much on the plane. However, he did have a blow out, and I had the unique experience of trying to change him in the airplane restroom. I didn't make it through that adventure unscathed, but in the end we all came out of it pretty happy.

It is interesting (and nice) the way people treat you in public places when you walk around with a really cute newborn. They strike up conversations with you, they smile, they are kind. Pretty much it is an introverts dream when it comes to socializing. There were only a few unhappy stares when we approached our seats, but once folks saw how good Hinckley was there were general warm feelings to go around.




I started school at Walt Whitman Elementary on Thursday. It was an extremely challenging experience, but I am very hopeful. I have learned so much about myself, teaching, and a host of other things in just two days. It is hard to imagine all the things I will learn and become as the year progresses. 



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  1. LucyAugust 25, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    Looks like a fantastic classroom, a beautiful baby and family, and like you guys are facing things one thing at a time! Wishing you all the best--you're in my prayers in the days ahead.

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  2. David WilliamsAugust 25, 2013 at 7:11 PM

    Thanks for keeping track of things that are bound to change rapidly!

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  3. RyanAugust 25, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    Great to see your classroom here. So, I'm just wondering how it was for you those first couple days? I guess tomorrow is day three. All the best!

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  4. DeniseSeptember 3, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    Gr, I love this report and these photos! Thank you so much!

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