10-30-08 Countryside

 

Where do I begin. . .well, how about a sequential approach, much like in the book A Day with Abby Sunshine.  I arrived at Countryside School in Edina, followed the marked animal print sidewalk to the entrance of the building.  I was greeted by a very professional 5th grade class president who welcomed me to the school, [...]

10-23-08 Abby Sunshine’s Fall Photos

Today Abby and I had a back yard photo shoot –attempting to capture some of the beautiful colors of this season.  It was difficult to choose which photo to include.  Abby is reflective in this picture.
However, Abby is very fast here.  She was running –full blast!  Very playful!!  These cooler days bring energy to Abby–energy that [...]

10-10-08 The Pouncer

 
This morning as I was peacefully at rest, I was greeted by a giant thump on the head.  This is not the quiet solitude and dreamy state in which I like to awaken!  No, not at all– What was it?  It was Abby Sunshine pouncing on me.  Can you believe it?  Renae had woken up earlier than I, greeted [...]

10-09-08 Kenwood

Yes, back again at Kenwood School–this time reading to a super class of 1st graders.  This particular book reading session brought back a lot of happy memories for me.  It was in the very room where I used to teach first grade-Room 141.  The room was much more updated (new windows, redone wood floor with carpet, etc.).  [...]

Abby Sunshine with a ball in the pool

Abby Sunshine loves her pool!