Almost A Middle Schooler...

and so many worries and things to look forward too!

Will he

learn to open his own locker sooner than later?

make it to class before the bell rings?

have meltdowns?

have kids be kind to him, more than they are not?

make new friends?

be able to handle the homework - even though its modified?

have fun?

enjoy cross country?

continue to thrive?

Sacket's Harbor - War of 1812 Grand Tactical

Our son loves history. I mean he LOVES history, especially Military history. At any given moment these days, you can find his nose in a book about the Revolutionary War or the Civil War. So, we thought he would love a trip up north, to see the War of 1812 Grand Tactical in Sacket's Harbor, NY.

We had a fantastic day - watching demonstrations on cooking, metalworking and ending with the battle re-enactment at the end. After, we waked down into Sacket's Harbor and had a fantastic dinner at a local restaurant and sampled some of the locally made beer (1812 Amber). I highly recommend making the trip up to attend this two day event. Not only do the re-enactors do a fantastic job, coordinating and running this event - but its a great way to support our NYS Parks.

Home Safe and Sound

A quick update on my son's camping trip. He had a FANTASTIC time! We were told he did very well - no behavioral or separation issues. The other Scouts seemingly were very accommodating of his quirks. He even earned a "smartest Scout for the day" for his extensive knowledge of the American Revolution. The highlight, for me, was his one phone call home. This from an altitude/hike at 500 feet (the only place they could get cell reception). Upon returning home, he proudly informed Dad that he "had a great time and didn't brush his teeth for a week!"

Lets just say, he had a thorough reuniting with the bathroom and all its hygienic qualities.