It's October

I have been trying to get on here and get this updated for the last week, but being down sick makes it rather hard. I have not felt like getting on here to update it. I am feeling better now so that's a plus.

Football season is in full swing, as is school. Michael is playing football and is doing rather well. He has been playing defensive tackle and making major plays. On the 23rd of September was the first home game and he was playing Sedgwick Junior High. Ridgetop won 24-22. We worried that a storm would roll in and start while they were playing but it held off until later that night. That was a plus as I was not looking forward to sitting in the rain with umbrella's. Michael is keeping his grades up and is passing grade checks so that I am very pleased about. That same week Michael was interested in attending a BeSmart Seminar/Fireside about the church colleges. It was crazy as they wanted us to go to Tacoma on the night of his game and Justin and I also needed to teach Webelos that night. We did find out that they were also doing it in Seattle on the 22nd. I left early from the family history center and we went to Seattle. He is very interested in planning for college and so that is a good thing. Friday the 24th, Justin and I went with some other couples from the ward to attend the temple in Seattle as well. It was a very special evening and we had a good time.

This past week, I have been down. On the 25th, I woke up with a severe sore throat and my ears were killing me. I did well until Tuesday and by then I gave up and stayed in bed. Wednesday was Michael's only night game and played at the high school. I was not able to go as I was afraid I would get worse. I felt really bad. They lost. It was the crosstown rival game against Central Kitsap but they might get another chance to play them if they can win 3 more games. We shall see.

Thursday night was Pack Meeting for the Cub Scouts and the Webelos were in charge of the Flag Ceremony and song. I was worried because there was no way I could sing as I was struggling to talk and not cough. I ended up with 4 boys. I was not sure we would have but one until just before we started. They did a very good job even though they really only practiced for 2 weeks. It is going to be interesting to cram a 2 year program into 1 and push the religious knot and Duty to God programs. It is a challenge but we will get it done. I just need to get them organized.

Friday, I went to lunch with Janice Crook for my birthday. She is so much fun to be with. She is funny and so sweet. We went to Panda Inn Mongolian Grill. It was good food and good company. We need to do it more often and have a laugh. We need it as mom's. I felt really bad as Leila Wilkins was supposed to join us but at the last minute on Thursday, we got a message that they had to leave for Spokane with a family emergency. We are praying that it is nothing too serious.

Saturday, was General Conference and my birthday. I am 48 now. I feel no different than when I turned 30. I am feeling better but still battle a cough at times as well as some congestion. We had plans to go to dinner with friends Jacqui and Ryan to a place called Fujiyama's. It was good but I was soooo mad with the service and seating us that I contacted management. We had a reservation and arrived about 5 minutes early with everyone there. They were so rude and seated parties with  reservations at 6:30P even though we had a 6P reservation and were made to wait until 6:30P before we were seated. When the one girl said that she was sorry, I was not nice and told her, "No you're not!" I know she was shocked but I contacted the restaurant last night and then today the manager contacted me. He agreed that the service was not acceptable as this was the first time to the restaurant, my birthday and then not a good impression. We will see how the make-up attempt goes.

Today again was General Conference of Church. It was so nice to hear the talks from the last two days from the prophets and apostles that lead us today. I called Bonnie my friend in San Diego yesterday. She had been on my mind and I knew something was wrong. She is really having a hard time dealing with her son Jared. I promised I would not share what is going on so I won't. She is really hurting. As I was watching conference, I really felt that a couple of the apostles we speaking directly about the situation. I hope that Jared was watching and that he heeded the words spoken. I also hope that Bonnie's heart, as well as her sweet husband Dave, were comforted by the talks. I think that this is a hill that has to be conquered and that in time it will.

It has been a great weekend. I have a great group of friends. I received lots of wishes and had a nice time.
Thanks to those that contacted me with well wishes. My in-laws on the other hand say one thing and do another. Oh well! I refuse to let them ruin my time and celebration. I still have coupons for free pie and ice cream at places for my birthday. Yum! I still get to celebrate. Yeah!

Michael is doing well this year in school, lots of improvement. I and including an email from one of his teachers showing what his teachers are saying:

"Mrs. Matz, ASL (American Sign Language) teacher has this to say about Michael.

Michael Cross is such a nice young man with a curious mind. I love having him in my class. I also talked to Coach Detweiler today and he commented on how Michael is working so hard in football and he has noticed a difference in attitude. Mrs. Chamberlain also said the same thing earlier this year. Lots of us are really pleased with his change in attitude, behavior and effort.


LoisAnne Sykes - Achieve Teacher"

As part of Achieve, Michael was take a test called Explore that will help him know what he needs to work on for the ACT/SAT Tests. It will be a savings of $10 and 3 hours on a Saturday. Michael is taking American Sign Language, Algebra, Pre-AP English, Science, Strength Training, as well as the Achieve class. The Achieve class helps them with study habits, being able to learn to advocate for themselves and many other skills that are needed as they continue to look toward college. I am so glad that I found out about this and pushed Michael to take it.

Michael is attending his first year of Seminary (early morning). He is tired but he has to get used to it. I know it is a pain but it is well worth it in the end. He likes his teachers and those in his class. I know that helps a lot.

We are being told to prepare for a wet winter so we are. Hope that everyone is doing well and looking forward to the Holiday's. We need to get through October before we are in full swing for the holiday's.