Last month, Dylan's 7th Grade Science Project, It's Getting Cold, was nominated to go to the Los Angeles County Science Fair. Of course, as parents, we were thrilled that his project was chosen. However, Dylan himself was a bit uneasy. It just didn't fit in with the rather delusional pre-pubescent "cool and laid back" persona he has been so tirelessly working on (if you have a 12 year old you know exactly what I mean). Well, as luck would have it, not only was his project nominated, but last night it made it into the finals, and not only did it make it into the finals, but he won 2nd Place! I think the experience ultimately was a great one for him -- of course, it didn't hurt that along with the medal he won $50 and a gift certificate to Maria's for dinner. Maybe there are other facets to his talents he hasn't even thought about? Somehow, I think he will be sticking to his wild drumming, loading his iPod with the latest music and his fierce goalkeeper position but just for last night, his mommy and daddy could fantasize that he might solve the black hole mystery someday. . .
Have a great weekend!
Congrats! Way to go Dylan!!!
Posted by: Carrie West | April 19, 2008 at 09:21 AM
yeah dylan!!!!!
congrats! i'm sure you are super proud of him!
Posted by: kim hesson | April 19, 2008 at 10:24 AM
what an honor for Dylan. I bet you are so super proud of him.
Posted by: sherry bamsey | April 19, 2008 at 04:20 PM
Woohoo, Dylan! Congrats! Now, don't disappoint your Mom & Dad - get back to your drums! :)
Posted by: Cheryl | April 19, 2008 at 08:07 PM
Way to go Dylan!!!
that's so great!!!
see ya soon,
oxoxo,
jessi
Posted by: Jessi Nagy | April 20, 2008 at 09:37 AM
Hey Kim,
Congrats, to you Proud Mama to have your son, Dylan win in such a hard subject. That's really neat. See creative talent comes in different ways.
Just hopped by to say hello and see how your doing. You are one busy woman with your own creative inspirations as well. Thanks for sharing your many talents.
Hugs,
Karla
Posted by: Karla Smith | April 20, 2008 at 02:34 PM
Hi Kim.....That is so cool and he will realize even more as he gets older! I love when teens get that extra boost of confidence for themselves!I also have a Dylan that just turn 14.. cool dude....same as yours..HaHa
Miss seeing you at the Barn Sales I know you are a busy Gal!!!!
Hope to chat soon!
Sherry
Posted by: Prairie Home-Sherry | April 21, 2008 at 07:48 AM
aww- tell Dylan it is cool to be smart.
After all, he's smart enough to put on some Axe for me when I come over. hahah
Posted by: Amy Tangerine | April 22, 2008 at 03:06 PM