Don't bother me, I'm solving puzzles

No blog post this week – I'm too busy playing Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box on Dad's Nintendo DS.

Beach Buddies

I'm so thankful that Emma is my cousin, and that I'm in San Diego for a visit! Both of our home towns have an Ocean Beach that's perfect at sunset.

Sewing Class

I'm really enjoying my sewing class after school. As a fifth grader, I get to help the younger kids use the sewing machine. I'm planning my own sewing projects at home, too.

Historic Vote!

Yesterday, Mom was really proud to cast her vote for the first woman president. Even though the election didn't turn out how we wanted, we're trying to stay positive today. Girl power!

Halloween Parade

I really enjoyed my final Halloween parade at Jefferson. I tried to give everyone a high-five all the way around the school yard!

Octoberfest Dance

I got all dressed up for the annual Octoberfest party at Uncle Christian's Rotary Club last weekend. It was fun, and Emilia and I won the chicken dance contest!

Gramalicia in the Sunset!

Gramalicia's finally here! Now I can't wait for Mom & Dad to go to Hawaii already, so we can start making trouble!

Up, Up and a Wave!

My class competed in the LEAP sandcastle contest again this year. Ale and I helped a little, and then spent most of the time in the water!

The finished sculpture was a water-powered rocket on a giant wave.

Camping Flashback

Here's another picture from the 5th grade camping trip. I set up my own tent (although Mom helped a little). It was exhausting! Just kidding. :)

Grape and Pommy

At Aunt Stephanie and Uncle Christian's house, I had a lot of fun. I took a selfie of me with a grape in my mouth and eating a spoonful of frozen pomegranates. 

Ukulele

On the 5th grade camping trip I played a few songs by the campfire. Everyone sang along to Gold Fever!

Presidio Camping Scavenger Hunt

At our class camping trip, we played a scavenger hunt along Lobos Creek Trail. It ended at the beach, and we finished third. My team was Fiona, Wendy, Basheera (hiding behind Wendy), Ale and me!

Bombed Photo Bomb

I had all kinds of fun during a quick weekend in San Diego. But I hate it when I'm trying to ruin Nonie's picture of Emma, and Dad gives me bunny ears.

My Birthday Party

Emma's Here!

Emma flew to San Francisco by herself, just to hang out with me. Today, I showed her some of my favorite spots in Japantown.