Launching Summer Learning!

Summer is off to a great start. We took F and some family friends to Cal Science Center to see the Endeavour and the Pompeii exhibit. F had been reading about Pompeii and he is fascinated by volcanoes and geological disasters, so it was a good thing for him to see. S had been studying ancient history including Greek and Roman history so it was good for him to see as well. Adults really appreciate it, though... endlessly fascinating stuff.

Did you know the Romans had no word for volcano prior to Pompeii?

F earned his Red Belt in Tae Kwon Do, his best belt test ever. So focused and confident - broke both boards and was so proud of himself. I am a proud mom, too. It's my reward for dragging him there week after week.

Then F spent a long weekend RV camping with his grandparents at the beach. They played a lot of Rummy Cubes which helps develop his social skills and strategic thinking skills. We're just waiting for camp to open next week. I wish I weren't swamped at work so I could make the most of this week with him! Fortunately Dad is mostly home.