Nickolas spends a day at JA Biztown

JA Biztown is a city that is run by students for a whole day. During the school year they were taught the principles needed to be a residence of JA Biztown for the day. They learned how businesses operate. Nickolas had to decide on a job he wanted to have for the day, have an interview, write checks, make deposits, follow a job description and then carry out the job for a day. Nickolas decided he wanted to be a studio camera operator. It was such a great experience for his class. I was so glad I had the chance to help that day. I was in the restaurant, the kids had to make popcorn and serve drinks for the day. They had to make sure they had inventory and followed their job description. They took out a loan for their store, had to write checks to keep the business running, collect money, make deposits, give payroll checks to their employees and at the end of the pay off their loan. It really gave the kids a great understanding of how things operate in the "real world".

JA Bitztown

TV station for rent

K Biz Tv Station

Nickolas received his first offfical pay check and is now making his first deposit to the bank.

Nickolas is line to vote for the first time. They had a real voting machine.

Nickolas opperated the TV studion camera for the day.

Nickolas at the job site.

Nickolas with Isaiah and Tanner

I really enjoyed spending this special day with Nickolas.

The Kite Festival

The FWCC held it's annual Kite Festival today. It was a great day to fly kites. As you can see from the pictures Nickolas didn't have much luck flying his kite. Meilynn's small kite was great to fly. We enjoyed time with new and old friends.

Meilynn's kite, of course she would pick a ladybug.

When is it time to fly my kite?

Nickolas, make sure the kite string is up.

Coming in for a crash landing.

Wow, look how far up my kite is.

Meilynn only left go of her kite once, so we had to chase after it.

I want to hold the kite baba.

Don't let go.

You can tell by that smile that Meilynn had a great time.

Baba's turn to hold the kite, it was too windy for Meilynn.

I'm getting cold.

Nickolas and Joshia, where are your kites?

What a great view from the top of the hill.

Time for the playground.

Meilynn's friend, Faith enjoying the sand box.

Always time for swinging.

Meilynn's first time on a seesaw.

That was fun mama.

Meilynn's First Dentist Appointment

Today I decided not to be the hygienist but to be the mom. Meilynn needed me today to help her feel secure. One of my coworkers, Joni cleaned Meilynn's teeth. Joni was great with Meilynn. The Cat In The Hat even had his teeth cleaned, Joni you are extra special! Everyone enjoyed stopping by and seeing Meilynn. She wouldn't let the dentist give her the exam, but we could see she has three cavities. I guess it is off to the pedodontist for Meilynn.

Bethany Christian Services Picnic to Celebrate Adoption

What a great day we had. Bethany Christian Services planned a special picnic for all the families that have adopted from their agency. Families are formed in many ways, adoption is such a gift we have been given. We are so thankful to have experienced the birth of Nickolas and the adoption of Meilynn. Each experience means the world to us. God has blessed us with two beautiful children whom we love dearly. Brother and sister enjoying the Spring day.

Meilynn and Nickolas with our Social Worker, Jessica

I love you Gymboo

All the children loved playing with the parachute.

Under the parachute.

Look at that beautiful smile! Meilynn had a great time with the bubbles.

What, another picture?

Nickolas is such a great big brother. He watches out for his little sister.

Meilynn was trying to learn to roller skate. Baba this is hard to do.