All The Mommas

Daisy was asked to present at church with another youth on Mother's Day. They spoke about volunteering.

She spoke at both services, so she and I went alone to the fist one.

She was asked to send a picture of her and I, and it was played before and after service in a slide show. You can see us in the background.

Abe was lucky to spend Mother's Day with his momma. Wish I could have spent the day with my momma.

I am lucky to have a bonus momma to spend it with.

And I am blessed that to have three wonderful kids to call me momma. (The big one was working so he missed the photo op.)

[May 10]

VP Is Good For Me

 Every other school that I know of hosts NHS induction in the fall. But not Hills. It is at the end of the year.

Our girl was on stage as the vice-president this year.

As VP, she lead the pledge of allegiance.

As part of the ceremony they recite the NHS pledge.

She received a blue stole to wear at graduation for being an officer. This goal-oriented girl knew she wanted that distinction at graduation, so she made it happen at the beginning of the year by becoming an officer.

Supporting our girl.

We were trying to embarrass Daisy, but I don't even think she saw us.

The softball coaches were there in solidarity with their players.

Sutton, Sofia, Xaria, Addi, Zania, and Lopez

The officers served refreshments after the ceremony.

Alex, Daisy and Addi

We 💚 our scholar.

[May 7]

Arabian Nights

 Daisy and her friends had Pancakes and Pajamas on the morning of prom. They each ordered jammies to wear that morning that matched their dresses.

Abri, Chela, Sofia, Sam, Lexi, Daisy, Vivian and Addison

The senior board was responsible for decorating. They needed extra help so Daisy asked if I would pitch in. Sign me up!

The theme was Arabian Nights.

We put so much crap on those tables. It looked festive and very Arabian.

Daisy and the other girls who were decorating got ready at the venue.

Then we went straight to the Stockyards to take photos.

James met us there. As he was walking up, a stranger stopped him and straightened his tie for him. It was cute.

About 3/4 of the group was on time.

James, Daisy, Sofia & her date, Vivian & her date, Addi & her date, Lexi and Chela

Daisy and James got a matching bouquet and boutonniere which she sort of help design.

Getting all of these girls in one spot was like herding cats. It didn't work. We took pics with the ones who were there.

The river behind Daisy is Marine Creek. That is the namesake of the pool where she and Zeke work during the summer, as it's not far from here.

I told James to kiss Daisy's forehead. They were so embarrassed to do it in front of me. They giggled like a couple five-year-olds at the thought.

I think it was a cute picture.

Mule Alley earned this name during World War I. Europeans would travel all the way to the Stockyards in Fort Worth, Texas to purchase mules for the war front. Mules were sure-footed in the rough terrain, had great stamina to pull the cannons and other gear, and they showed ability to remain calm during the shellfire. Just a bit of FW history for ya.

After photos, Daisy and James went straight to prom.

The softball girls ditched their cleats for their heels.

In the weeks leading up to prom, all of the seniors nominated their classmates for Senior Superlatives. Daisy was nominated in 5 categories: Most Athletic Girl, Friendliest Girl, Most School Spirit, Hardest Worker, and Most Likely to Succeed. While I was happy for her, I told her that because she was nominated for so many that she shouldn't get her hopes up to receive any; people who might vote for her would probably think she would win a different category and choose a different candidate. I'm happy to report that I was wrong. 

She walked away with Most School Spirit,

Most Likely to Succeed,

and Outstanding Senior.

This honor is reserved for seniors who have made a meaningful and lasting impact on the school community and have distinguished themselves through personal growth, perseverance, leadership, character, resilience, academic achievement, and service. The boy and girl receiving the highest number of votes earn the titles of Mr. and Miss WHHS.

Daisy earned the honor of

Miss Western Hills High School!

And last but not least, Daisy was voted by her peers to receive the title of 

Prom Queen!

What a night for our girl!

So proud of Daisy and her character.

[April 25]