Playoff Championship

Morgan's soccer team played in the championship game on Thursday night. Eight of the ten girls on their team were out because it coincided with the 8th grade graduation. So, they picked up three girls from the younger team to play with them.

The game started out rough. The girls got down 3-0 and it looked pretty unlikely for a win. But right before halftime, Lynnea had a great corner kick and one of the girls subbing on our team headed the ball in the goal. After halftime, the girls played hard. Morgan had an awesome cross to Lynnea at the goal and they scored again! They were playing really well in the second half and had a lot of attempts at goal. Mina scored the equalizing goal and the girls were so excited! No other goals were scored, so they went into PKs. (Oh, don't mind the different jerseys - the other team was neon green and we were bright yellow and the refs made our team change, but not all of the girls brought their away jersey so we had a mismatch of uniforms for the game!)

Lining up for the penalty kicks

Morgan was the fourth to go on our team and scored! Then after her, the other team missed and there was no way they could win. So, the fifth girl didn't even have to go. They won!

It was a great season for these girls! Most of the girls will be back next year, so we can't wait to see what they do next! :)

Dance Team Banquet

DPDC held their annual dance team banquet on Wednesday night at Neat Kitchen and Bar. They have a buffet, drinks and cupcakes. The dance teachers hand out awards for each of the kids. Avery got a lyrical award (they give each kid an award for the style they excel at). She also got a technique trophy. The final award is just for fun - the kids all vote on a name or description of the other kids. Avery got the "out of this world outgoing" award. :)

They have one last chance to perform their competition dances at the recital in a couple weeks. Then, the season will be officially wrapped up.

Weekend fun!

The pool is officially open for the summer! We made our first trip to the pool on Saturday. We grabbed Jimmy John's and hung out for the afternoon. It was a beautiful day!

On Sunday, Morgan hung out with friends all day. Matt and I took Avery to her piano competition. She played Fur Elise and got a superior ribbon. She was disappointed that she didn't place. It was actually the lowest she's ever scored in the competition and pretty surprising to all of us. But, judging is subjective, so things can go differently with different judges. We told her you can't get too wrapped up in one person's opinion. We grabbed ice cream on the way home, which of course always helps! :)

Game 1 of the NPL Playoffs

Morgan's soccer league has a post-season playoff and the first game was Thursday night. They were short four players because they had their 8th grade graduation. They were up against the LG Celtics, who they had just beaten 2-1 in the Wheaton tournament. It's usually a pretty tough game with the Celtics. Morgan's team played great and won 6-3. Morgan had some great passes.

They play next Thursday night, but most of their team will be at the 8th grade graduation for Herrick and O'Neill. So, they are going to have to pull some players from the 2013 team so they will have enough players.

Memorial Day Weekend

We were excited to have an extra long weekend!

Morgan played in a shootout on Saturday morning for Team MC. They only had five players to start the first game, then another showed up during the first game. It was a mix of players from grades and levels. They lost both games. :(

She also played in a shootout on Sunday morning with the same group of girls plus one more. They won their first game, but lost the second one.

Avery had her photo shoot for her dance recital on Sunday afternoon. She did her own hair and makeup this time! She's getting so good at it! :) Can't wait to see the pictures!

On Sunday, we drove out to Brett's house to celebrate Calvin's birthday. The weather was gorgeous and the kids had a blast swimming. Grayson had just broken his ankle, so he had to sit out of the swimming and activities.

Avery's dance class wasn't canceled, so she had to go to hip hop after we got back from Brett's house.

Such a fun weekend - so ready for the end of school and for summer to start!

Milo

Milo got his summer haircut!

Before - getting a little scruffy

After - cleaned up!

I think he's enjoying the warmer weather and playing in the yeard.

Piano Recital

From one event straight to the next... we all headed from Wheaton to Elmhurst to catch the piano recital. Avery had lunch in the car and changed clothes at Jimmy Johns because she had to be at the church early to warm up. Morgan and Matt met us at the church later (Morgan had to get her medal and grab some lunch). My parents also came to the recital. The boys and Avery all played songs. Hunter had to leave early for a baseball game.

She wasn't super happy with her performance, but it's a tough song! We are still proud of her for getting up in front of a church full of people and playing. :)