We made it through cheer camp & started our summer practices last night. I had three girls that didn’t show up, so I had to call them about Thursday’s practice. I’m going to have to stress to the parents (& the girls) how important it is for them to be at practice. For one, they need to be there to learn. We also can’t practice our building if anyone is missing, so this hurts everyone. Once school starts, it will be mandatory with demerits for unexcused missed practices/games. They were given the rules for attendance after they knew they made the squad. So, we’ll see…

My ‘special’ girl was there with her mother. Now, they both pretty much just stand there like a deer in headlights. I can understand as it would be quite overwhelming to take it all in – especially if you’re not used to it. Her mother will help her with a move (or partial move) here or there, but not on a regular basis. I just don’t know how this is going to pan out. Last night, we started just breaking it down by 8-counts very slowly to make sure each girl gets it. The routine itself is pretty fast, so they’ll have to have it down before we can speed it up with the music. They’re doing really well so I know they’ll get it before our first jamboree game in August.

Everything else is going pretty good. Work is, well, work. Home is pretty quiet with the older two gone on their church youth trip all week, but I still have Lulu & Scott there. I’m still pretty busy running around & doing normal everyday stuff, but I’ll manage. Somehow, I’m used to it.

Sorry I haven’t been able to get around to everyone’s blogs lately, but I will be by as soon as I can. I really miss reading yours - Yes, I’m talking to YOU!