End of the Year: Abbie

Abbie has finished her 7th grade year and is now officially a teenager!

Track wasn’t something I ever expected Abbie to be interested in, but she wanted a Spring sport, so she tried it… and guess what? She is really good! She ran hurdles, the 400 meter, and long jump. She learned much and excelled at all three. Josh & I were both shocked and impressed with her ability and determination!

But never fear… she is still as drama as ever, even when competing at a meet!

The Hockinson Middle School Band marched in the Junior Rose Parade in Portland, Oregon and took 1st Place! You can see the band marching in our Hockinson Fun Days festival!

Abbie celebrated her 13th birthday May 30th and since it was Memorial Day weekend, we decided what better way to celebrate it – camping! We headed out with The Picard Family and school-friends to lake Simtustus in Central Oregon.

Abbie did not get her wish of a hot & sunny day, but it was a fun-filled day none the less!

… and of course, she dressed the part of a sunny day!

We spent the day on the lake fishing and playing in the water.

That night we celebrated Abbie by the warmth of a camp fire with tasty treats & fun gifts!

We ended the evening listening to Abbie & Michael share the speeches they had written for Student Government.

Abbie planned on running for student body all year… she wanted to be Secretary (cause that’s where all the fun is). Abbie made shirts for her and all her friends to wear. Her slogan: Don’t be Crabby Vote for Abbie!

She made posters & signs -

She handed out personalized pencils: Abbie for Secretary

She wrote an inspiring speech, that I was able to watch her give to the 5th graders at the Intermediate School… but in the end, the girl who did not give a speech – rather rapped a tune to Vanilla Ice – won the election. It is true, a catchy little tune sticks with you. Of course, I think Abbie would have made a better Secretary… but of course, I’m biased.