On Saturday my team competed in the regional Odyssey of the Mind tournament. And, if I may say so myself, my team rocked!!! The kids scored third place and they were recognized during the awards ceremony. But, it wasn't about winning for us. It was about seeing what these kids, ages 9, 10 and 11, can accomplish. They pulled together and supported each other all the way.
I was anxious to have my house back. And, Les was anxious to have his garage back. But, now the house is too quiet. I miss the atmosphere of creative energy. I've been walking around the house picking up scraps of poster paper and stray bits of pipe cleaner. Several times over the last couple days I've found myself starting to jot down a list of things the team needed to get done. At the supermarket on Sunday I was automatically shopping for snacks to feed the team. Yesterday, while driving home, I noticed that my neighbors had put an awsome box out with their trash. Without a second thought, I pulled over and started to get out, wondering if the box would fit in my trunk. Sadly I realized that I no longer need to collect things for the team to recycle.
By today, I have started adjusting to having a little more time on my hands. I'm catching up with laundry and starting to unpack spring clothes. Lacey won't be eligible to compete in Odyssey until she's in third grade. So, things might be quiet for awhile. Then, Cassie came home and announced that she wants to play in a violin competition next month. I'll need a few days to think about that!
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