Alex Update

Alex has been doing great. She loves school and her new teacher this year. Her activities since the summer have slowed a little, but she keeps herself well-rounded by taking up hobbies that keep her athletic, smart and happy.

She recently joined the chess club and likes it. I loved chess growing up and find it to be a great game to learn as a kid. We haven't played as much as I would like but she challenges me when we play.

Alex recently got accepted to the honors band. This program includes a combination of kids from many different schools. She had to audition to be part of the Oboe team and was selected as 1 of the 3 chosen. She was competing against 9 total oboe players. She worked hard to make it, even though she almost gave it up earlier this year.

Alex is currently taking a break from soccer and will be joining indoor soccer in the late winter. She was on a mediocre team in the fall. She likes soccer, but not enough to take it to the next level. After deciding to quit it last year, she picked it up again and didn't lose a beat. I'm still hoping that she decides to take the game more serious.

Alex had a great 2006 and is always an upbeat and happy kid. I am proud of her and always look forward to having her around the house.