The Grimes Family: May 2011

Saturday, May 21, 2011

Last Teen Night

Yesterday evening was one of my last teen nights for a while. Even though I’ll come back, I have a feeling that things will never be the same again. When I get back, David will be at boot camp, so we’ll have lost a member, and then there will be 5 other kids that will have moved up into the teen group. So my actual teen group is beginning to disperse. We had so much fun though last night! We played ultimate Frisbee, which is like our favorite game. The sun was shining, the wind was CALM for a change, and we just had a blast. Especially since my team won 4 out of 4 games. : ) We gave some testimonies and had a sweet time of fellowship, and even shed a few tears. I just want all my teens to know that I love you guys!!!!!!! Even though I won’t be here for a while, I’ll think about you all and pray for you, too!

Friends & Graduates

We know… we’re nuts. : )

End of The School Year 2010-2011

May 20th, 2011 marked to end of Abbey and Luke’s 7th grade year, ReAnne’s 3rd grade year, and kind of Chelsey’s senior year, but that was finished already at graduation. : P It was a little teary, because four people won’t be coming back next year (myself included!). I’m going to miss all of my students so much! I’ve really enjoyed teaching this year; I think I might go into a science withdraw!

Mom speaking at the closing assembly.

After the awards ceremony and lunch, we went on a “field trip” to the Alpaca farm right outside Ulysses!

The kids making felt soap thingys from the Alpaca fiber.

Isn’t she funny? Most of the alpacas had just been sheared, so they looked quite interesting. : )

Here’s one that wasn’t sheared yet.

These are the studs; their fros are hilarious!

The day was very fun, then it ended great because Ms. Rachel took everyone in her van to McDonald’s for cokes! We were the lucky ones. : P

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Snip Snip Snip

A couple of days ago Miranda & I cut our hair and donated it to American Cancer Society to make into wigs for ladies who have lost their hair due to cancer treatment. It's a big change, but it was fun and exciting to do together!

I donated 8 inches, and Miranda donated 7.

Last smile with long hair!

Ahh! Here it goes!

Miranda's turn

New style

At the post office mailing our ponytails. : )

Saying the final goodbyes... : P

Sorry I couldn't really get the package in. : )

And it's off! Hopefully in 6-8 months it will be fitted onto a lady, and brighten up her world a little bit. : )

A Dream Come True

This year in school I took American Government. I've had a love of government for a while, but it really intensified as I studied it this year! I have wanted to go to Topeka so badly and see the Capitol. Sooo... as a birthday present, Mom & Dad surprised me and took Trevor, Elizabeth, and I to Topeka on Monday to celebrate my 18th birthday! It was so much fun; I loved it!

So Beautiful

A Rep in Training : P

No significance, I just liked the shot. : )

That's real gold in the paint!

The dome was under construction, as you can see. : )

Neat architecture

Special people in my life : )

Sorry this is kinda random in the middle; we ate here for lunch!

In the governor's ceremonial desk!

Sorry sideways; the judge, the secretary, and the lawyer!

One of our congressmen!

comfy sofa!

In the elevator...

Behind the governor's desk again...

Ahhh... one of my favorites!

I'm sitting in one of the judge's seats!!!! It felt so amazing!

We don't look like tourists...

Mother and Daughter

America's rising generation of judges : P

Thank you so much mom and dad for taking me!!!! It was definitely one of the best birthday gifts I've ever received! Until next time, Topeka!

Triumphs & Tassles

May 14th, 2011 celebrated a milestone in the lives of Chelsey & Trevor Grimes. They graduated from high school! Aaron Goodman also promoted from 8th grade, Katie Dennis graduated from Kindergarten, and Nina Saint was honored for her completion of a master's degree!