super bull

hi its Madi super bowl today and the puppy bowl. Go go puppy go go. I vote for saints and I think they are winning. my sister dose not agree.Hannah likes the colts. GO saints boo colts I say she says go colts boo saints.YA RIGHT. Well I guess I`m out of paper so I guess this is the END

All about me

Hi its Madi I am doing good. I hope you are to. School is hard. Math and time are hard too. At school we are writing letters to Santa. In my letter I said how are you. Do you think I'm being good? Don't forget my sister. Don't get stuck in the chimney too. Your friend, Madi.

Madi loves every holiday! Mostly because there are either cash, prizes or candy involved. She also likes the traditions, like dyeing eggs.

Pink Dolphin

Hi, it's Madi again. Do you believe that there is a pink dolphin? Well hold on to your chairs rodeo, there is! My dad and I saw it on a show yesterday. Check out the link http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,287938,00.html

food

Hi it is madi.do you ever think your food is bad. well it is .but it may be gross but it is healthy.if you never eat it you will be weak .maybe cut the candy.

food

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food

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my new one

Hi i am madi i have not done much becuaes i have school .abby is gone so i was lonly for a while but tis girl named abby moved next door so she is my friend now.i have been raeding the direy of a wimpekied.

books

Hi it is Madi .  I like books.  Do you like books.  Books are fun.i have a Book named Fox and Socks.  Do you have Fox and Socks? My sister reads big long chapter books.  What's your favorite book?  My favorite book is Skippy John Jones.

If you were trapped on an island, what book would you have with you?

Thank you Grandma-iPhone

My Sister

Hey all you web bloggers!  My sister...she's about 10 years old.  She's an awesome swimmer.  Soon she'll be in the Olympics.  I'm really excited for her.  My sister...you know how all sisters are.  We fight with one another, but we forgive eachother.  We really get along most of the time.  She gives me all her cool clothes.  She gave me this cool green sweater I am wearing today.   I love my sister.

My Mom

Hi it's me again.  I'm going to tell you about my mom.  She is growing up to be a very good nurse.  Her nursing friends are very nice.  Mom practices on me sometimes.  She puts her medal round thing on my chest and tells me to breathe in and out.  Do you know what that round thing is called?  What does you mom do?  My mom used to work at [a large soul-less corporation] like my dad.  My mom is so cool.  She looks young and beautiful.  My mom makes awesome dinners!

My Dad

I love my dad.  He is very handsome.  What does your dad look like?  My dad like playing games with me.  He is teaching me chess.  My dad sometimes knows everything.  But sometimes he can be koo-koo.   Is your dad crazy too?  What's your dad's favorite drink?  My dad's favorite drink is rootbeer.  What's your dad's favorite food?  My dad's favorite food is steak.  My dad has been to Hawaii.  He used to live in Hawaii.  Now he lives here with me and my mama. 

Madi's Thoughts

To Grandpa:

Hi grandpa, I opened up my piggy bank like you said, but I don't have any money.  Give me a thousand dollars.

I can't wait till you get here.  I can't wait to see bolt.

I helped Lexi by helping her write the word "like."  And I had a good time at my acting.  Dad will post the show and you can watch.

Hi, it's Madi again. At school, I have been doing somethings.  I will tell you if you like.  Anyway...I've been really good.  At math we are learning to add.  We are putting marbles in a cup.  At lunch, the lunch ladies are doing great.  I love the lunch they make.  What type of candy did you get for Halloween.  I got eyeballs and gummies.  My lunch lady was dressed as ketchup.  How are you doing at school?  What subject do you like the best in school?  I like math.

I school I helped Lexi, by helping her with her numbers.  I helped her write them.  I helped Jordon cut his words out.  I like to color.  Do you like to color?  My favorite color is pink and white and blue.  What are your favorite colors?  Do you sleep with a toy?  I sleep with a toy. 

How old are you?  I used to have a fish.  It's name was Dory.  Do you have a pet fish?  I used to have lots and lots of fish.  This one was the only one that lasted a long time.

Madi's Thoughts

Hi, I'm Madi.  i have two gerbils. their names are carmel and Jasmin.  I'm a first grader.  I have lots of work at my school.  I have one sister.  Her name is Hannah.  I have no brothers.  If I had a little baby brother, I would probably call him little Tommy.  I am a good student.  When I grow up, I would like to be a nurse or a vet.  I also like to help other kids with special needs.  I would like you to read my log and see what I have done with kids with special needs.  My friend Lexi is a special needs person.  She was scared to go into the haunted house at school.  I helped her by holding her hand and taking her through.  I have another friend Jordon.  He is hard to understand, but he is still my friend.  I care for him and everyone in my family.

 I have a little problem that I would like you to figure out and write me back.  What these problems are.  I will now tell you these problems.  4 + 100; 2 + 4,000.  These are pretty hard questions.  I have been doing some great things.  I hope you will too.

I have some special needs people in my family.  His name is Paul.  He has autism.  I very much care for him.  I hope he gets better.  I have a new baby in the family.  Her name is Emma Claire. I got to hold her the other day.  She is very cute.  I hope you will send me a picture of your family.  Hope you have a great night.  Christmas is almost coming.  Happy Christmas.  Send me pictures of your presents.  

Scenes from Hawaii

photos of hawaii

Boarding in Shark waters

Michael having too much fun!

A first time for everything

Earthquake

Yes, what you've heard is true. Central Illinios was rocked with a 5.4 earthquake last night. It woke all of us up. The bed was rockin' and I thought Aaron was trying to get frisky. After a few confused comments to each other we realized it was not either of us, a thunderstorm, or a low flying plane.

Madi is convinced her bed flew into the air. She came running into our room a little after 4 am scared out of her wits. Luckily, no damage to the house and I haven't read about any injuries in IL. This is big news for us. I have lived here all of my life and only remember one other very minor earthquake when I was in elementary school.