Kids Say the Darndest Things

We were driving by a taxidermist and Matthew said something about it. Katherine asked what a taxidermist was. Matthew said, "Well, that is someone that takes animals and turns them into trophies for people." Katherine, in all seriousness, said, "OHHH. I've always wondered how they made trophies." After the laughter subsided, Matthew was able to explain the other meaning of the word trophy!

Never a dull moment here.

Keith Is Cyperpet Sitting

Kim has brought I-Cybie to our house so for at least a little while we have a "pet." Quite a high techy one, too. Keith has "voice" trained him and dubed him "Bart." Bart responds to verbal, remote control, and hand-clap commands, performs a variety of tricks, and even seeks out his recharger when his battery is low. We now have a video of Bart warming up. With sensors to detect petting and scolding, he develops a personality. If Bart doesn't make a good house guest, we will know who to blame.

SAT Scores, Driver's Permit Top Matthew's Day

Matthew does have something to smile about. He obtained his driver's permit and will be able to drive with one of his parents or guardian in the front seat. Also, he recieved his SAT scores. They had been delayed due to a problem at the Collge Board. A score of 660 verbal and 600 math gave him an impressive score of 1260, in the top 74% in math and 90% in verbal of the college-bound students who took the test.

Girl Scout Cookie Time--Sold Out

It has been Girl Scout Cookie Sale time. This picture is only a portion of 1550 boxes picked up on February 12. Kimberly, Rebekah and Katherine sold more than 1650 boxs, and each girl qualified for special GS recognition at a fun event this summer.

Head Heredity

There is a common shape of the head of four generations of Clark males shown in this composite photo. Another characteristic is called "strong willed" by some and "hard headed" by others. (L-R), Keith's Dad, Keith, Kyle, Keith's son, and Kyle's son, Jaxson.