I almost forgot about this; some months, the first Sunday creeps up on me too fast. We’re adjusting to M being gone, and even though we get to “talk” to her via Facebook and email, there are still times when we miss having her around.

As for the rest of them, they’re doing the usual: homework, bickering, spending too much time on the computer, and (of course) reading.

C is nearly done with this one, but has put it aside.

It’s not because she doesn’t like it, but rather because she doesn’t want Amanda and Leo’s story to end. From what she’s said, it’s quite a wonderful conclusion to the series.

A has joined Battle of the Books. It’s basically an elementary school competition here in town. Interested 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders read a list of books then create teams and compete, answering questions about the books read. Neither M or C were interested in doing this, but A seems to be liking it. Currently she’s reading

and says it’s “very emotional” right now. She’s not that far into it, though.

And Hubby has convinced K to read

None of the other girls have had any interest in this favorite series of his, and at first, K wasn’t that enthused. (And when asked, she said, “Not so good.”) But, she eagerly asks to read, and even though she’s a bit flummoxed wtih the 19th-century boy stuff, she’s entertained.

The big thing for us, though, is next weekend we’re driving to St. Louis to see Rick Riordan on his House of Hades tour. (Hubby’s not.) The rest of us are thrilled. Pictures forthcoming!

Until then… Happy reading!