Quentin, my 10 year old great nephew, is now in 6^th grade at the Kalama Middle School in Makawao. This means having a locker and the rotating class schedule. There was a little up front anxiety but he is now loving it. He requested some new wardrobe items from his mom so he didn’t look like a little kid. This photo was the first day I spent with him after he had his new clothes. Notice the cargo shorts and the cool T-shirt. Glad his mom took him clothes shopping because I wouldn’t know what’s in. At least I had a list from the school when I took him school supply shopping. Can’t believe the kids have to take Kleenex and paper towels to class on the first day (along with all their notebooks and pencils)!

Sophie, his sister, is now living in Oregon with her dad and came to Maui for a month visit this summer. Mother Vajra and brother Quentin were so excited about her being here with them for a month. They Skype with her a few times a week but not that same as having her here. Sophie turned 8 years old July 19 right after she arrived and they had a big party for her. Neil and I were able to attend to enjoy pizza and archery and watch the kids loving the pool. I also enjoyed spending every Friday with Quentin and Sophie while she was here. Even got to see the Smurf movie 😉

Every year, the elementary schools in Hawaii celebrate May Day with a Hawaiian pageant and production including dances from all the classes. Quentin’s being in the 5^th grade and the highest grade in the school performed with his class for the finale dance. He did a great job. He also had a graduation banquet and dance the last day of school! Parents got to come at the beginning to take photos but then left to allow the kids to have their party time supervised by the teachers. Quentin reported to me that he is a great dancer and had a good time!