Hudson started 2nd grade this Fall and his teacher is Ms Mondul. He seems to really like her and we do too. We have his parent teacher conference this Friday!
The curriculum is currently focused on learning about Native Americans, states of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and doing double digit addition and subtraction. We went to an Open House and got a chance to see his classroom, meet his teacher (again) and learn more about his daily routine(s).
Summer 2015 was full of fun experiences...
In June, Hudson enjoyed a family road trip where we visited 3 Nat'l parks (Yellowstone, Glacier, and Banff/Lake Louise). He had a great time camping and seeing new sites regardless of some long hours in the car. He even found a big horn sheep toy in Yellowstone which quickly became the center of many campsite games throughout the rest of the trip. He saw a lot of wildlife in their natural habitat (Elk, Bear, Mtn goats, ground squirrels) which was educational. He also hiked a glacier in Montana that was covered with snow. This made things interesting in sneakers. He had fun playing in various swimming pools, walking a lot, and getting lots of mountain fresh air.
In July, Hudson got to take an Amtrak train ride with Gma and Mariah from Montana to Seattle. They got a sleeper compartment as it was an overnight trip. I think it's safe to say he had a GREAT time!
Later that month Hudson spent a week in Starfire Soccer camp with Chase Burreson. They got to play on the same practice field as the Sounders and even met a couple of the players during camp. He had a great time especially having a buddy with him!
In August, he got to spend some time at nana/papa's house. However, the visit was cut short due to massive forest fires that ran rampant through the Methow and Okanogan county. It was quite an adventure as they had to evacuate nana's house and load up the dogs to spend the night at nana Laurie's before heading back to Seattle.
September issued a new soccer season. Due to his age, Hudson was forced to move up to the U7 league playing with all boys (no co-ed) age 7+. The players were all new to Hudson except for Jayveer (a teammate from season's past). The coach was a first time coach and we really missed Skyler and his old team. However Hudson had a good season regardless. He easily made friends with the other players and continued to improve his soccer skills. Mommy got a great game video of Hudson dribbling around players, down the field and scoring a goal!!!
This year for Halloween Hudson was a ninja. We went to the MV Community Center's "Truck or Treat" where the boys got to explore all kinds of large utility trucks. Hudson participated in his first ever cake walk and actually won a cake! They also tried cotton candy for the first time!
Hudson continues to enjoy reading Geronimo Stilton books (off/on). Mommy read The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe which he seemed to like initially but interest seemed to wane in the end. He really enjoys using his imagination to create. He makes fantastic structures with lego's and forts and is currently inspired to create clues for treasure hunts. He is getting more and more independent in his personality. We continue to see an analytical side to him and a curiosity for the reason behind things.
Hudson is a great person. He is kind and considerate. He is responsible and funny. He is sensitive and clever. We love you so much Hudson Gray!!!
7 years (48 lbs)
Hudson is turning 7 in one week!!
Mommy/Daddy will be in New England on his actual birthday so we celebrated it early. Hudson really wanted to go up in the Space Needle so we had a "day in the city" birthday weekend. We stayed @ Inge's condo in Ballard and had adventures through Seattle Center (Space Needle ride to the top), downtown Ballard, and the Ballard Locks. It was a packed weekend w great weather!
Hudson is on the home stretch of 1st grade and is now doing double digit addition/subtraction. He has recently taken huge strides in ENJOYING reading. He is obsessed with the Geronimo Stilton books and reads them constantly. He prefers reading over playing his Kindle which mommy/daddy particularly appreciate. His reading speed and comprehension has taken off which is great to see.
Hudson spent Jan/Feb taking swim lessons and is getting much more confident with his strokes in the water. We took the train to Portland for Spring Break and Hudson swam around in the Crystal Hotel soaking pool w/o issue. It's so nice to see the practiced skills paying off.
Hudson just wrapped up his Spring soccer season. He really improved this year. He was much more aggressive and confident getting into the middle of play. He was probably in the top 3 goal scorers!
Hudson's appearance is starting to change as he has lost two more teeth. His top middle teeth. Yes, he is now that kid with two front teeth missing. However, we practiced saying his "S's" yesterday and he doesn't sound funny. This last tooth was knocked out while playing @ Emly's dinner club yesterday. Fortunately Christy found the lost tooth in the grass! Needless to say, the tooth fairy made another visit to our house last night.
Hudson has a field trip to Point Defiance Zoo in two weeks. He's always jealous that Beckett gets to do little field trips/party's in his class so I'm sure this will be fun for him.
Spring Break was spent taking the train to Portland. The boys had a lot of fun experiencing a real train and what it's like to be inside one. We toured the viewing car, dining car, etc. They played their Kindles most of the time but it will be a good memory I'm sure.
Hudson has been learning about Australia and Marine Life. He is still required to do about 4 pages of homework a week in addition to a weekly spelling test (which he almost always gets 100% +3 for bonus words). I think we find out who his 2nd grade teacher is sometime in August.
Hudson continues to migrate toward that stage where he thinks he knows more than his parents. In general he asks a lot of questions and has an observatory nature. He is calculated and cautious. He is tender and gentle. He is stubborn and particular. He is a great boy and we love him to the moon!
Mommy/Daddy will be in New England on his actual birthday so we celebrated it early. Hudson really wanted to go up in the Space Needle so we had a "day in the city" birthday weekend. We stayed @ Inge's condo in Ballard and had adventures through Seattle Center (Space Needle ride to the top), downtown Ballard, and the Ballard Locks. It was a packed weekend w great weather!
Hudson is on the home stretch of 1st grade and is now doing double digit addition/subtraction. He has recently taken huge strides in ENJOYING reading. He is obsessed with the Geronimo Stilton books and reads them constantly. He prefers reading over playing his Kindle which mommy/daddy particularly appreciate. His reading speed and comprehension has taken off which is great to see.
Hudson spent Jan/Feb taking swim lessons and is getting much more confident with his strokes in the water. We took the train to Portland for Spring Break and Hudson swam around in the Crystal Hotel soaking pool w/o issue. It's so nice to see the practiced skills paying off.
Hudson just wrapped up his Spring soccer season. He really improved this year. He was much more aggressive and confident getting into the middle of play. He was probably in the top 3 goal scorers!
Hudson's appearance is starting to change as he has lost two more teeth. His top middle teeth. Yes, he is now that kid with two front teeth missing. However, we practiced saying his "S's" yesterday and he doesn't sound funny. This last tooth was knocked out while playing @ Emly's dinner club yesterday. Fortunately Christy found the lost tooth in the grass! Needless to say, the tooth fairy made another visit to our house last night.
Hudson has a field trip to Point Defiance Zoo in two weeks. He's always jealous that Beckett gets to do little field trips/party's in his class so I'm sure this will be fun for him.
Spring Break was spent taking the train to Portland. The boys had a lot of fun experiencing a real train and what it's like to be inside one. We toured the viewing car, dining car, etc. They played their Kindles most of the time but it will be a good memory I'm sure.
Hudson has been learning about Australia and Marine Life. He is still required to do about 4 pages of homework a week in addition to a weekly spelling test (which he almost always gets 100% +3 for bonus words). I think we find out who his 2nd grade teacher is sometime in August.
Hudson continues to migrate toward that stage where he thinks he knows more than his parents. In general he asks a lot of questions and has an observatory nature. He is calculated and cautious. He is tender and gentle. He is stubborn and particular. He is a great boy and we love him to the moon!
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