Pinewood Derby 2008

Joshua, Ken, Papa Mike, Jessica, G'ma Cheryl (Mom's behind the camera)

Wednesday, January 23rd was Joshua's first Pinewood derby. He made his car with his dad and painted it all by himself. They did three races for each car and Josh won 1st place in 2 of them and 2nd in 1. You have to win first in all three rounds to do the championship race but we thought for his first try he did fantastic! Although, Josh was disappointed and took some pep talking to get over it...

Joshua getting ready for a race.

Joshua's car is the forth from the front-blue with flames and silver windows!

" Miss Chip Lips"
What talent Jessica has... LOL

This has been a crazy week! It started out slow with a fun quick visit from Papa & G'ma Cheryl who came Tuesday afternoon and left Wednesday evening after the Pinewood Derby to beat the torrential rains we've been having. (Josh and Papa played the Wii for 4 hours Tuesday after school and had a blast!) Speaking of rain... apparently the ants don't like it either and sought refuge in my kitchen. They arrived Thursday morning and as soon as I took care of one are they found a new area to invade. I gave up and called Terminix who came to my rescue Friday afternoon... Augh! I am going to use my sister Susan's idea and put what I am thankful for because I've realized that writing it down sometimes means more than just saying it.

I am grateful for: My family. Not only do I have a wonderful children and husband but I have those in my family who are always there for me. Also, I am very grateful for Terminix... LOL