The Whole Song and Dance

Kenny Chesney wasn't the only country music star in Des Moines on Saturday night. James showed up to East High Post Prom ready to sing and dance. The theme was "Wild Wild East," but James called it a "rodeo." He fearlessly belted out "Boot Scootin' Boogie" on Karaoke and line danced with Vania and our grandma who was teaching the line dance.

Fixation Frustration

James has had a tough couple of weeks. He has been plagued with a fixation surrounding getting a new electric guitar (even though he already owns one and doesn't play). These days are frustrating for him and frustrating for us.   

We've tried to keep his hands busy with pop bottle caps.

James eventually wears himself out but doesn't let the remote go.

Luckily, there are plenty of good days too:

James got to hold a chick at school today. Thanks Abby! He really enjoyed it.

James did a great job helping Mark with dinner tonight.

Track Troubles

Today James earned himself a break from track until further notice. In the beginning of the season James identified a "bully" on the track team. We have no idea why he thinks his teammate is a "bully". Things boiled over today when James got too aggressive with the "bully" and told two girls his current-favorite movie quote, "You are the ugliest girl I've ever seen."