Category Archives: Activities

School’s Out for the Summer

The first day of summer was the last day of school for the girls, and the last day of Elementary school for Gabriella.  She moves on to Middle School next year and we’re all ‘anticipating’ that new stage in our … Continue reading

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2010 Doylestown Kids’ Triathlon

This Sunday, the girls competed in the 2010 Doylestown Kids’ Triathlon at the Fanny Chapman Pool, in Doylestown PA. The 10,11,12 year-olds had to swim 75 yds (3 lengths), bike 3 miles and run 1 mile, and Gabriella finished in … Continue reading

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Garden Prep … 2010

Last year our garden was ravaged by a ground hog who devoured our sprouts, beans and zucchini, probably because we started composting, and it was used to a constant supply of food.  This year, we’re hoping for a different outcome!  … Continue reading

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Music Recital | April 18, 2010

On Sunday, Joke, and her piano students, as well as Gabriella, gave their annual recital for parents & grandparents. Everyone did an excellent job and it was a great performance by all. The “after party” was just as enjoyable. View … Continue reading

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Stephen Hawking

No, not the real Stephen Hawking, but the Turtle version.  Stephen is the school pet for the girls MG class, and every weekend, some lucky child, and his/her parents, get the opportunity of taking him home. He’s a 3-legged turtle, … Continue reading

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Aid For Friends

Today, the girls and I, plus a group of fellow UUFLB congregationalists, spent a few hours helping the Aid For Friends‘ mission in Philadelphia. Papa helped slice up a dozen boned turkeys, while the girls helped portion out fruit, pasta … Continue reading

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Softball – First Game

The first Softball game for Elisa was on Tuesday, April 14. While the first half of the season was to get the girls acclimated to the game, and go easy on the players, The Purple Pandas didn’t go easy on … Continue reading

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Penn TKD Promotion Test / 4.11.10

Yesterday, Mama & Papa had a promotion test for the students in the Penn Tae Kwon Do Club.  Thanks to Elisa, Gabriella and some of the students, we actually have some pictures to show from this event.  Everyone tried very … Continue reading

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PAA Softball Opening Ceremony

A few days ago, it was in the high 80’s, but this morning, for PAA Softball’s opening ceremonies, it was only in the 40’s, and windy. That didn’t stop the girls from having fun and enjoying the festivities.  Led by … Continue reading

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Elisa’s Sleep Study

Last night, Elisa had her sleep study done at a branch of CHOP in King of Prussia. She’s been having pains in her leg(s) for a while, and we wanted to make sure she didn’t have her Mom’s ‘restless legs.’ … Continue reading

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