At the first party, we grilled out, ate lots of food, and had a great time! The grad's younger sister is severely autistic, but she is a hoot! I spent some time with her. I think I understand and speak Allie pretty well. :-) We called Christin on the phone. When Allie heard Christin's voice she squealed really loud. We only talked for a few seconds and then hung up. All the kids (8th grade to 25 years) enjoyed the trampoline and just hanging out before we were off to the second party of the night at 9:15 PM. There were still plenty of people there and the dancing was soon to begin when we left.
We arrived at the second grad party around 9:45 PM. Here we ate AGAIN and had more cake! Then we played DDR. At first it was the kids playing. After a few turns a teacher got up there, and finally I tried it a few times. Soon the karaoke machine was brought out. We watched songs sung in American Sign Language! Oh, and have you ever seen the electric slide danced to "Our God is an Awesome God"? It was AMAZING! I spoke to Holly's mom and asked her if she ever thought that she would have CVA teachers and their familles playing DDR and karaoke in her living room. We both laughed! I think we left that party at 11:30 PM.
Last week we were at a double graduation party. There we played "Pin the mustache on the teacher!" I was one of the teachers on the wall. :-) There was a piñata stuffed with money, of all things! The first grad broke it open and the race was on.
Gordon and Robin, Bob and Diane, Fred and Mel, thanks for the invites! I know everyone had a great time just hanging out and being with friends! Tammy and Lee, I'm sorry I couldn't attend Tia's party. At this time of the year I wish I could split myself in two so I could party party party!!!! I thank God for friends and students that want to include me in their celebrations! Where else can you have great clean fun!!!!!!
Congratulations 2008 Graduates!!!!!!
