Precious moments with our kid-ling to savor forever ...Ansel's school had a program called "Wax Museum" where the children picked someone they admired & gave a presentation taking on that persons history. Ansel choose Abraham Lincoln because his (Poppy's) gr-gr-gr-grandfather served in the Civil War under Gen. Lee & was the minister with Gen. Lee at the surrender at Appomatox. Ansel's 5 minute speech on Lincoln's achievements was completely from memory, which amazed me for a 9 yr. old ... not once having to look at a note & mere brief hesitation. We are so proud of Ansel for such a masterpiece presentation.
One day prior to this Ansel was so intent when he asked me how many great grandfather's his was "... one, two or ... Mimi" as he counted on his fingers 'right, Mimi?' "Yes, 3 greats, Ansel", I assured him.
Ansel in a moment of thought before starting his eloquent presentation ... (we had taken the children to Gettysburg a few weeks ago to show them where their gr-gr-gr-grandfather was captured ((nr McDonald's property)) before he was shipped off to that horrible Elmira, NY, P.O.W. camp. They were totally engrossed in this history).
If you could only know how Poppy was shining from this moment ... Ansel, he is so PROUD! of you.
The children would not speak until we PUSHED THE BLUE BUTTON to 'turn them on'. A couple of the children were precious, with tight lips, finally pointing to the button ... tickled me.
I visited several of the children, they were adorable ... Annie Oakley, Rosa Parks, Audubon, historians, scientists, & so on. I thanked each child as I shook their hands telling them how beautiful a presentation they each gave.
Ansel & his Mimi (me) ... oh, how proud I was popping my buttons right & left!
Ansel & our son, his father, Emery just prior to his graduating to a cub scout.
Ansel after his graduation ...
... with parents, Cathelene & Emery & sister Tatiana
What a cutie!
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A job well done by Ansel! Beautiful family photos Marydon. God bless you all.
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ReplyDeleteYou have a "beautiful" family. So much to be proud of, for sure!
Thank you for your prayers, support, and encouragement.
Blessings and hugs,
andrea
Excellent choice Ansel,job well done.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Patsy
What a way to keep that information buried deep within and hope that he remembers these much later as he attends the higher grades. It will help him so much.
ReplyDeleteLove and Hugs ~ Kat
Oh, what wonderful photographs of Ansel! I love how he came to choose Abraham Lincoln, how touching. It's awesome that he is boyscout! Your whole family is beautiful, thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteNancy
tHAT IS SO GREAT. hE MAKES A WONDERFUL Abe! =)
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Precious...this sooo reminds me of my children when they were little. SNIFF.
ReplyDeleteI can FEEL the pride, Grams!
xoRebecca
Oh, how I understand the joys of being a Gramma! Good job, Ansel! Well done!
ReplyDeleteAwww, such a proud grandma, you are . . . with every right to be. It looks like Ansel did himself, and everyone else, proud. And a webelo now, too!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to everyone!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute Abe Lincoln.
Have a good one!
Melinda
For score and 7 years ago...
ReplyDeleteI love it Mimi!
Leann
How wonderful to be able to attend your Grandson's program. I am sure he was the star...(right Grandma?) The photos of the family are great, you should be proud of all of them. sandi
ReplyDeleteYour grandson is so blessed to have you and his Poppy to celebrate in these moments...so sweet.
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Kimberlynn
I just got your message. I will try to call you, tomorrow. I have to take the little dogs to be groomed in the morning. I will call after I drop them off. I have your number in my journal.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your prayers, concern, and support. You are awesome!
Hugs,
andrea
He's obviously not only cute but smart too. I can't imagine memorizing a 5 minute speech.
ReplyDeleteSweet pics Marydon!
How adorable! I bet he practiced really hard too didn't he. I think it's so wonderful Ansel gets to hear his family history back so far. I love hearing about mine.
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Have a terrific Wednesday Marydon!
Wonderful! You have much to be proud of, Marydon. I'd be popping my buttons with pride too. :D
ReplyDeleteoh. I want to be a grandma just like you someday.
ReplyDeleteYou must be so proud of your lovely grandson. He sounds an amazing boy. Sounds like did a great job with the presentation.
ReplyDeleteLindsay
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Nicely done, Ansel. And Marydon, you are justifiably proud.
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What a fun and educational program for the children. You have a lovely family. Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving me a sweet comment yesterday.
ReplyDeleteSherry @ A Happy Valentine
Now that's a cute Abe Lincoln!
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