The New Instrument

Year 3 has a string band. Each student is allocated either a violin or cello to learn throughout the year. With first child, we were afflicted with the violin. This time, it's the cello! All pleased, even if it's almost as big as the boy himself.

In the afternoon, he had his first martial arts class. On the understanding that my boy is not bowing his head to the floor for any instructor or flag (there are other ways to show respect), we proceed with enthusiasm.

Meanwhile, the baby discovered silky polyester and tried draping her head in my skirt all day.