What's the Buzz?

Camille turned NINE last month! It's amazing how time has flown! She was given the chance to get her ears pierced when she turned eight but was too nervous about it. She has spent the last year gearing up for the event. Psych-ing herself up to go through with it. Now, mind you, she's not the 'fraidy-cat type, so I was surprised by this. She invited her friend to go with us to the mall the day after her birthday. Moral support. She carefully chose her earrings and sat dutifully in "the chair" while the lady prepared the little ear piercing contraption. With a "click-click" it was all over. Just like that. No blood, no sweat, and most importantly, NO tears.

She is very proud of her accomplishment. (that of overcoming her fears)

Parent-teacher conferences were great. We have great kids! The best thing is that they are self-motivated. Everett and Camille both had glowing compliments on their writing. One thing that Everett's teacher said was that he is "wicked-smart". I had to laugh at the choice of words, but that is exactly right. He has very deep and interesting perspectives on things.

Camille wrote an instruction booklet on how to plant a flower. Her list of necessary items included things like soil, gloves, seeds, flowerpot, and LOVE! That sums up sweet Camille!

Lindsey is like a hummingbird. She loves everything: School, friends, Claire, cartoons, any and all things sparkly pink and/or purple. She loves candy just like her sister, Camille, so Halloween was the ultimate for her!

Claire is so mellow, in stark contrast to her older sisters. She's content to sit and watch the drama around her, only joining in when necessary, ie., running with Lindsey. She's saying hello, mama, dad, eat, (she also signs eat and more), agua, and she waves like Miss America. Very cute! She just reached her 18 month mark and is in nursery!! Yay!!

In today's news...

Everett had the honor of performing in his school's band & choir Winter Concert held at the Hult Center. The Hult is were much of Eugene's performing arts take place, think ballet, symphony, Broadway plays, etc. So, it was a big deal. Terry's parents joined Terry, Camille, and me for the occasion while Lindsey and Claire went to play with Rylee and Colton for a few hours. We were amazed and impressed by the turnout. The auditorium was about 75% full!

The program was excellent! The mistress of ceremonies was a news anchor and local celeb, Nohelani Graf. The performers included 6th grade band (Everett is a trumpet player), 6th grade choir, concert choir, 7th & 8th grade Jazz band, symphonic band, and others. We were most impressed by these young students and their instructors. The band and choir directors are both award winning music instructors and have served the school district for many years. Out of approximately 500 students in the school, 2/3 are in the music program.

Now, as Christmas approaches the kids are full of excitement and anticipation. We had a wonderful Thanksgiving in Corvallis with Terry's parents. I ventured out early Friday morning in search of great deals. There were a few, but mostly there were people. LOTS and LOTS of people. It was the first time I've gone shopping at such and early hour (6am) and probably the last.

Such is life at the Nashes. Stay tuned for more news as it develops!

• "Everett says he wishes Winter Break started TODAY!" and Mom says, "HA!"


• "The Nash kids attempt to build a Gingerbread House with the help of Martha Stewart"


• "Can we get our Christmas Tree today???"


• "What kind of cookies shall we bake today?"


• "Dear Santa, I want....."