Happy birthday Matthew

Matthew turned 15 this year.  Although he is in 9th grade, he is still in the 8-9 middle school.  This year, however, our town opened a 2nd high school and due to the smaller enrollment, for the 1st time, the 9th graders were able to march in the high school marching band.  A better blogger would have a great photo of Matthew in his gear, but alas, I have none.  He has to wear his uniform 1 more time this year and I will get a photo.  He loved the marching band, so I know he will be back in uniform again next year despite the 4 day/week 7:00 am start time, Thursday night practices and frequent early Saturday start times.

 Matthew's literacy class read "10 little Indians" by Agatha Christie.  (I know it has a more politically correct name now, but I forget.)  HE LOVED IT, so I got him more Agatha to read.  This summer he received an "early" birthday hammock to take to scout camp too.  He took candy bars to share at the lunch table at school.  School is pretty intense this year, but aside from the home-work, I think he enjoys it.  He just finished his fall soccer season and is aiming toward Life Scout in the near future.  (Next comes Eagle.)  Very proud of how is is growing up!