Daddy's All-Star Tennis Camp

Daddy's All-Star Tennis Camp started today with a visit from a highly trained professional (me), and about 45 minutes of fun at the tennis court.  It was one of those deals where neither of us felt like we had the energy to do it, but nevertheless, we got out there, and sure enough, it was a lot of fun.  Madison did the best I've ever seen her today, hitting it back in a volley that lasted about fifteen to twenty hits.  It was fantastic.  We went through about two basketfuls of tennis balls, serving and getting into set position and hitting the ball back a little more horizontal, versus the home run balls that we occasionally launch.  It was a fun little exercise, anyway.

We went over to the library after this, as Madison has made it to the end of the Summer Reading Program.  She got a free book, but in truth, she was more excited about some of the books she checked out.  Already on the way home, she was reading a few new ones.  We spent a while there, and there was also the mandatory Sodapalooza visit nearby.

There was a bit of lawn work today, and a bit of piano for Madison.  Eventually, we'll record her version of "Amazing Grace," which is coming along well.  Just another week or so, and I think she'll have it nailed down.  Presently, she can do the whole bit, although it's a bit choppy in places as she hasn't gotten completely comfortable yet.  It's understandable, as there is a lot of movement with multiple keys on the right hand, all simultaneous of course.

Agent Carter is back on tonight, and our daughter is addicted.  "Who's your favorite three characters from the show?" she asks.  This is her favorite comic book world character, not quite a superhero, but a great character nonetheless.

Tonight, we continued reading from the devotional - entries about the movie "Sky High."  We also read from "The Gauntlet," which seems to be wrapping up.  There's a big confrontation with the Mandarin coming up.  I wonder how that will go?