This is a photo taken during the warm-up before Lake Mary's game with Seminole High. The season is coming to a close with one game left on fri. and a freshman tournament on the weekend. We were very happy with the way Austin was coached and the program was handled. Hats off to Lake Mary HS for that. As a matter of fact we started the year toying with possible prep school options for Austin and ended up being more then happy with his first semester at LMHS.
GO RAMS!

Homeschool perks

Running out in the rain because you feel like it.

Its always something...

These two caught the clown bug at the circus. Greatest Show on Earth? You bet!

Uncle Jack gives the kids some guitar tips.

Boys at the beach..

Sea Horses!

I know that I have to look twice at these two with their new looks. I thought I would help everyone else out with an updated photo.

First show of the season went well for Ashley. Her Dressage score was a personal best and her stadium was very well ridden. Cross country was a little tricky but had some brilliant moments. This pair is really coming along. This photo is a favorite of mine from a clinic last season. My camera battery went dead. (I actually think it was frozen.) Ashley, Leah and I were up before dawn and headed to the show. When we arrived there the grass was white with frost. Not too special for some but a little strange for us. It crunched when we walked.
Good job Ashley!

Taking things apart...


Andy gets to dissect a flower while poor Ashley is at school dissecting frogs.
We all know how she feels about frogs. Lets try to be nice to her this afternoon.



ribbit

Things you can do when the waves are small.

Sand fights (of course this is Ashley's choice)


Bamboo tug-of-war. (point of the game...unknown)






and for Adam



flipping off the dunes is fun.


Watching him is fun for everyone.

Who needs waves anyway?

This is exciting!
Austin was recommended for membership on a delegation of student athletes. They will travel to Holland as sports ambassadors to compete in the Youth Friendship Games. The program was set up by President Eisenhower to promote world peace. 7000 student athletes from around the world will be involved. We dont have many details as yet but will keep everyone updated.

Over the woods...

and through the river...

looks like show season has arrived!

Happy New Year!

The day after...

Hurricane Christmas
The eye of the storm passed through this house at roughly 5 am. Damage was limited to flying debris. We escaped structural damage but storm shock has set in and naps are in order.

Two more days...

Headed to the Magic Game.

Christmas Art Exhibit Dec. 24.

View paintings by local artists. Exhibit open 5:00 to 8:00 Christmas Eve. Refreshments will be served and entertainment provided. Some paintings may be available for purchase.

A vain attempt.
It is never an easy task,
but somewhat interesting,
and for the most part challenging.













Eventually I threaten them and they tire of torturing me. After this I take another photo and send it to you.
And that is the rest of the story.

Merry Christmas to all!

Hanging out with friends.

OK, this is just one of those stories that needs to be told...
Lake Mary JV Rams vs. Lyman Greyhounds. 3.6 seconds left in the game, score is tied. Intentional foul called and Rams get 2 shots, miss both, 1.6 seconds in the game, foul called and Greyhounds get 2 shots, make both, buzzer, game goes to Greyhounds. BUT WAIT! Technical is called on Greyhounds coach, 2 shots for the Rams, make 2. Now we go into overtime. Austin scores two, a foul shot is made and Rams lead by 3. At the buzzer the Greyhounds put up a 3 point shot, hits the rim, Rams game by 3. Hold your breath, yes the game is really over. Austin celebrates and Jim and I head for home to recover.

Back in time...

Our study of the Middle Ages was brought to life at Medievel Times last night. We knew that Spanish Andalusians were the chosen mount for knights and royalty since the 11th century but watching them in a quadrille made it apparent why. They are so strong and brave yet even tempered and graceful.
Our walk through the village brought us to a blacksmith that showed us how he makes chainmail and swords. We traveled further and learned more then we wanted to know about dungeons. The show was great fun. The knights galloped around doing great things while we cheered and got sloppy eating chicken with our fingers. Leah and Ashley were so medievel acting that we had to move down the bench to avoid dirty looks. We each had our favorite knights. This is Ashley's and the other is mine.

A good recipe for fun:


a warm fuzzy pony
2 cousins
and a cool night.