bridging from daisies to brownies.

Cassidy is continuing with Girl Scouts at school this year and we recently had a bridging ceremony for the girls to move up to the next level. Cassidy moved up from Daisies to Brownies.

Before the bridging ceremony, the troop went to see The Secret Life of Pets to support some learning the girls were doing related to pets. This worked out perfectly since two of the three families got puppies this year!

After the movie, we found a bridge at the outdoor mall and we quickly went through the ceremony in the 100+ degree heat. At least the area was shaded. It so hard to do anything outside here in the summer!

Cassidy ready to walk across the bride in her Daisy vest.

Cassidy receiving her Brownie sash from me.

Cool sash!
With some work on Cassidy's part, the sash will be adorned with new patches, representing new skills she's gained, new things she's learned, and fun activities she's done. 

Proud mom and adorable daughter.

Welcome to Brownies, Cass!

The entire troop on the bridge.

back to school 2016.

As I've said before, we all appreciate the year-round school schedule here in Chandler, AZ. The kids get a 6-week break in the summer, which amounts to more than enough time off, especially with the excessive heat that we experience here. There's only so much swimming a person can do!

So, yeah, the kids started school on July 25th this year and they are looking forward to a great year.