Hockey Mom

Well, I have crossed over in the world of "hockey mom" starting this Saturday. Both Christian and Asa begin their first year of hockey in a "Learn to Skate" program. They have all the gear and are very excited about it. I'm a little hesitant as the season goes every Saturday from now until March! That's a long season! But, they have talked about this for a long time. So, it will be interesting to see them as they learn to skate and hopefully move forward as time goes on. Lots of equipment needed for this sport--ugh! :) But, they are all outfitted and ready to go--thanks to "Play It Again Sports" which has all used equipment for much cheaper--ha! :) I'll include pictures after Saturday--their first practice.
Paola has started a beginner pottery class, as well. She doesn't show interest in sports, but seems to enjoy the creative activities. She's only had one class, but enjoys it so far.

Kevin and I are headed out to Guatemala next Saturday. I'm finally getting excited!! It seemed so far away and so many other things were going on, I hadn't had much time to really think about it. But, I can't wait now! The kids will be staying here with good friends. I know they will have a blast, as well! It's always weird leaving them. I usually cry the day we leave, but once I get on the plane I am o.k. and focused on what we are about to do.

And, yes, the election is finally over. Although the results were not what I wanted, I know that God is in control. He is much bigger than any country leader. I have to trust in Him and not the things of this world. We'll see what happens. It's times like this that I really miss my dad. I always enjoyed getting his take on what was going on in the country/world. It brought me comfort.

All for now....much to do before we leave next week-end.

P.S. Our Halloween went well. We had a nice, warm evening. The kids had a ball, of course, getting as much candy as they could (bad for me to have it all at home!). Paola was Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, Christian was the 'not so cowardly' lion, and Asa was a puppy dog (not exactly Toto). :)