Freezin BUTT, baby!

Saturday we are Polar Plunging.... jumping into a frozen lake, and wading out, all for Special Olympics... and you know what the coolest part of it is?  The National Anthem.  Because, it's belted out with heart felt passion by someone that has Down Syndrome. Cool?  Cooler than cool.  WAY cool.  I wish more people knew how cool it really is, to watch someone that has put that kind of time and dedication to learn an ENTIRE song... and sing it with pride.  The kind of pride that makes your eyes water.... because he (or she) did it! 

The most daunting moment is standing on the dock, looking down at the lake you're about to jump into, but it's also the most exhilarating.  I NEVER thought I would be one of those people that jump into a frozen lake.... but like many times true in my life.... NEVER SAY NEVER.

My husband, (allow me to brag for a minute) is the THIRD highest fund raiser, in the STATE of Minnesota.  In the state.  I'm not talking just our event... I mean like, 3rd in the S-T-A-T-E.  Proud of you, Love.  Bringing recognition and understanding to more and more... one day / one year at a time.  ♥

Cindy B.... thank you for watching our babies and making sure Lily gets to her scrap book party... means a lot to us to have friends that help us, so we can help others.  I know you're going to do great... and if you need a color on Sunday, I know this guy David, that does an EXCELLENT job.  I'll hook you up.  :)

In other Buckingham news, Sunday Lily and I will be making a trip to the mall.  Just the two of us.  And she's looking forward to it.  I think I might do a little pampering on my girl... she needs to know that I appreciate all the hard work she's been doing in school, improving her reading and math last quarter, and just generally being a mature, respectful little girl.  We're definitely hitting Claire's... and then ??  get our toes painted?  I'm not sure she's ready for that *she has a little bit of a shy streak* -- but if not, that's cool... this mom is game for whateva that girl is ready for.

I'll make sure to post some pictures of the plunge.  Think warm thoughts for us on Saturday!