This past weekend we had double events going on,

so it was pretty busy. Lauryn and Emily had a swim meet

in Vicksburg for Saturday and Sunday, but Sarah also had

a ceremony to go to on Saturday at USM. Luckily, my good

and wonderful friend Beverley (hence her nickname "Wonda Bev")

took Lauryn and Emily to the meet to swim on Saturday then I

left directly from Hattiesburg and drove to Vicksburg for

Sunday's events. Phew!

Sarah was invited to the State Recognition Ceremony

by Duke University. She has been a participant in

Duke's TIP Program since she was first chosen in the 5th

grade. As a participant, she was able to take the ACT as

a 7th grader, and did so this past December. Based on the

criteria set by Duke, her scores on the ACT got her the

invitation to the Recognition Ceremony. It was really nice and

USM and Duke did a great job in making it a special occasion for all

the kids involved. We are so very proud of her accomplishments.

It was on to the swim meet. Vicksburg was very nice. It

was the first time we were able to make this meet, The River Classic.

It usually falls on the same weekend as our dance recital.

It was an outdoor pool, so it was very hot.



Lauryn in the breaststroke

Emily waiting for the starters.

Swim buddies, Lauryn and Kenzie

Lauryn and Kenzie again at the start.

Emily in freestyle leg of relay