Abby Enters Second Grade Today!

Abby started school today. She's a big, bad 2nd grader now. How time flies! Abby's teacher is Mr. Cain. She just found out yesterday when they posted the lists. Ab is so happy. She keeps saying: "I can't believe I really got Mr. Cain for my teacher." They started the day by picking seat numbers and Abby picked #8, a seat right in the front row next to her friend Haley.

Silly Cousins

Last weekend, we were able to enjoy one last out-of-town adventure when we went to Dillon State Park to meet up with the Blenk side of the family. The kids had a blast catching up with their cousins: swimming, hiking, biking, scootering and even a light parade with their glow sticks!

And He's Off...

Today Conor started his Kindergarten career at Pleasant Ridge Montessori. He looked like quite the pro as he met up with his teacher Miss Maureen and other classmates outside their brand new building. It's hard to believe his full-day schooling has begun. He's definintely ready and we can't wait to watch him grow in the year ahead.

Horsin' Around

Abby finished her two week Horse Camp at Winton Woods Riding Center this past Friday. It was a great experience. So much so that we are apparently now looking for a second home in the "countryside." I think it may be a tent. :-)

Abby, along with three friends, learned how to trot and weave on her horse, as well as how to groom her new friend. Abby's horse was named "Third," which is short for "Third and Long"... a definite football connotation. It was amazing to see at the ending Horse Show exactly how much Ab learned. We are very proud of her.

Summer Fun!

The Cincinnati Blenks have decided to start a blog to keep up to date with family and friends who are far away. Our summer is flying by and it has been full of fun and some great memories. With school starting for Conor in 2 weeks and for Abby in 3 weeks, we want to share some of our summer accomplishments.


Conor learned how to ride a two-wheeler and his swimming is much improved. He is quite the socialite, reveling in playdates and time outdoors. Abby is a full-fledged swimmer, able to be anywhere at the Y pool without an adult. She jumps off the diving board and goes down the big inflatable slide with her friends. Abby also learned to ride her two wheeler. Both kids did great during our five night, six day camping trip up at Lake Erie.