Signing Day

I can't help but be incredibly proud of my kids for all of their accomplishments in their short lives thus far. Today was one for the scrapbook. Jessi signed her paperwork for the Naval Academy publicly during lunch at school with 3 other athletes who also signed on to play sports at D1 schools. The Wisconsin Neighborhood center was packed with basketball, swimming and track fans. It certainly was a day to celebrate how all the hard work pays off. 

Jessi was the first to thank her teammates, coaches and family, then sign. She signed her acceptance forms to the Naval Academy that we will mail in tomorrow along with her proof of US citizenship. Next was her fellow track mate, Corinne, who signed an intent form to throw at DePaul University in Chicago. Then fellow swimmer, Jeremy who will swim for Ohio State University. Finally, basketball player, Brendan, who will play ball for Jackson State University. It was a very exciting event and I believe Jessi and Brendan had the most support there. Jessi's whole team made it as well as her sister to cheer her on. I was so happy for her. Her swim coach, track coach and math teacher (who is the boys basketball coach) all there wanting to congratulate her. It certainly will be a cherished high school event, I believe, for the rest of her life. I couldn't have asked for a better way to celebrate her accomplishment.

The rest of the day was non-eventful and wet. I took Balt for a walk, ran some errands and made sure to get some yoga in. I have a feeling this week is going to get better even though it's going to stay cold and wet.