College Funds~Jeff and I went for a meeting in Grand Rapids and also at the high school to get some free advice about college financial aid. We need to double check our numbers on the FAFSA, always a good idea, and try to find a way to lower our EFC aka Expected Family Contribution. Learned about some more grants and did some exploring on the U of M site about what grants and scholarships are available. The whole thing can be overwhelming. Mary also wrote a poem that will be published and is part of a competition. That is all I know for now.
Spanish Update~ Mary received word from the University of Michigan yesterday that she does indeed need a second semester of Spanish at the community college or she cannot be admitted to the University this fall. So she started spanish two today. Everything seems to be under control.
Senior Pictures~ We are very close to ordering Mary's pictures. It certainly was hard to choose between all the wonderful poses. If you have not seen them, use this link: http://www.melissavannestphotography.com/ Click enter then clients. Then click on Mary and use the password wilhelm09.
Matthew's Progress~ Matthew's occupational therapy is going well. He is improving each day and continues to have therapy twice a week. Still working on flexiblity this week and maybe start some strengthening next week. He also went to open gym this morning for baseball. He didn't participate in the activities yet, but wanted to let the coaches know that he is dedicated to the team. I think it is a good idea. Matthew got a haircut yesterday, back to how everyone knows him. He no longer needs a comb!
Sarah~ Classes started today at 0800! She was also recertified in CPR and worked in the training room this afternoon. She will be working in the biology department again twice a week for a few hours each. Training room hours are 3 days a week in the late afternoon, in addition to working her sporting events. I plan to go to Holland next week for a ladies Basketball game. Sarah will be there as a trainer. Her classses start at 0730 tomorrow! FYI- Sarah has her own blog now. It is listed under the section My Blogging Family and Friends.
What's Ahead?~ I work Wed, Friday and Saturday. Choir tomorrow. Quilting on Thursday after a theater booster meeting. Matthew has therapy and then church orchestra. Still need to transpose music, especially for french horn. Need to get the Christmas decos down too!
Well, I think that is about all for now...Have a good day!
Gracie
