8-31-2015 First Day of School

Lily 6th, Luke 7th

They did great getting up and getting ready this morning. I realized after dropping them off that neither one ate breakfast.

Since Luke is staying for full days this year, we decided to have them take the bus home and walk from the bus stop to home. First day went well. I was surprised they didn't complain because it was 92 and very sunny and humid.

They feel like they will like some of their teachers, and others not so much.

I'm thrilled that Luke seemed ok. Not too stressed out.

8-25-2015 OCMD

8-21-2015 Easy Come, Easy Go

So, Charlie did not get the carpentry instructor job he'd applied for. The other 2 applicants already have their teaching certificates. He is quite disappointed. He took the kids to OCMD because his mom offered them to stay in her room for free. At first, he thought he didn't want to go since he didn't get the job, but I think the time having fun will be good for him.

Kathy wasn't planning to go to the beach this year. She'd been to Cape May for a wedding in the spring and that was going to be it. But then she started watching the media coverage of the Pope coming to Philly next month. She's convinced Philly is going to be bombed. She decided to go to the shore "one last time" before she dies in a bombing. Honest to God.

Mom and Dad came down today to drop off Dad's truck for me to use since Charlie has my Highlander. After we had lunch, they left and I went shopping. I had a wonderful time! I bought a little blue and green chippy paint chair, triple hoop earrings, a triple band bracelet, 2 resin birds, and a Vera Bradley backpack at a consignment store. Then I went to Goodwill and bought a pair of Keen shoes, a pair of Merrell shoes, 3 purses, and a jacket for Luke for school. The main reason I quit shopping and came home was because I filled the cab of Dad's truck!

8-18-15 Second Interview Down, Just Waiting on the Word

Charlie had his second interview this morning for the carpentry instructor position. He had to teach a class on how to layout a common rafter using a framing square and the step off method. He put a lot of thought and effort into it. He thinks he did well.

We are supposed to find out tomorrow either way. If he doesn't get the job, I feel like we can rest easy knowing he gave it his best shot.

8-13-2015 Second Time's a Charm?

Charlie interviewed today for a position as a carpentry teacher with the vo-tech. He had interviewed back in 2011, but didn't get the job. At that time, they wanted someone with advanced education. That teacher was terminated when he was unable to build a house with the students. So, now the focus has shifted fro advanced education to carpentry knowledge.

Charlie feels today's interview went very well. He needs to go back next week and present a lesson plan and teach a class on gable roofing. He feels good about it.

Our fingers are crossed that he gets this job. We are at the point where we think a steady paycheck, full benefits, and a mention plan are all things to be desired. The pay is less than he earns through our construction business. We are hoping Ryan will be able to keep the construction crew going Monday-Friday while Charlie is teaching. The plan is for Charlie to check in on afternoons and maybe a bit on weekends.

Luke & Lily slept overnight last night at P&J's. They all went to Knoebels for a few hours and then I picked the kids up and brought them home this afternoon. Fall Ball practice started this past Tuesday. Charlie and Tom Fronina are coaching.