Winter Show

On January 29th we did a show at an old folks' home. We got there around 6:05 and went inside. We tried putting the CD in the tape recorder, but it didn't work. So we tried it in a few tape recorders at the place, but it didn't work. Then we realized that the songs weren't burned on the CD. So Auntie Phoebe went home to get MarieAnne's computer while we waited around. We played a game called "Go" with the old folks. For example, someone calls out "farm animals", and you have to act like one. Everyone else has to guess what kind of farm animal you are. We did farm animals and musical instruments. And we got peach juice and cranberry juice and chocolate-chip-cookies. Then while we were waiting we performed "The Incy-Bincy Spider", "Inright-Outright-Upright-Downright", "I'm a Little Teapot", "It's Bubbling", and some other songs for them with no music. Then Auntie Phoebe got back with the laptop so we did "The Gardener", "Where Would We Be Without Love", "Sing a Song of Joy", and "H-A-P-P-Y". The first picture is "The Gardener", the second picture is "Where Would We Be Without Love", and the third picture is "H-A-P-P-Y."

Hired or Fired?

In the past year or 2, I've written more than 40 books (but they're only 8 or 12 pages long). This one is one of the funnier ones. It's not very long, because when I write in books I usually write big. It's called "Hired or Fired?"

“Oh man!” Gilbert groaned, kicking the dirt in front of him. His boss, Mr. Lance, had expelled him because he was caught slacking on the job. “I was just taking a rest,” he muttered. “Oh well, what’s done is done,” he sighed. “But I sure wish I hadn’t been ‘taking a rest’.”
You see, Gilbert was a part of the Youth Gangster Group (YGG), which often started riots, and pestered people in public places. His parents had disowned him because of it, and when Mr. Lance found out, that was another factor added to the list of reasons why he was fired.
“This %*! @& Group means nothing but trouble! First my parents disowned me, so that I have no home & have to live on the road!!! Then I have no job, which renders me penniless!” With that he swore some more.
“Hey, Gilbert!” came a voice behind him. “What were you swearing about?” Gilbert turned around to seed his friend Arnold, who was also in the Group. “Oh-um….I…nothing!” he smiled. Then Arnold’s countenance turned serious. “What were you saying about the Group?”
Gilbert gulped. Arnold was nearly twice his size, and also the leader of the Group. Then he said, “I said this group causes nothing but trouble!” “Why you stuck up for….” said Arnold indignantly, his face turning red. “Very well, then. If it causes you so much trouble, you’re no longer a part of it! With that, the big man sauntered away.
Gilbert heaved a sigh-partly of relief. Suddenly Arnold’s friend walked up to the big man. He reported Gilbert’s firing from his job, and suddenly Arnold had an idea. He ran back to where Gilbert stood. “Hey, my man,” said Arnold, in mock friendliness. “I just heard that your boss decided to hire you again.”
Gilbert could hardly believe his ears! That’s great!” he exclaimed, “I’ll go report for work right away!” With that, he ran off. When he was out of earshot, the two big guys began to snicker.
Meanawhile, Gilbert had arrived at Mr. Lance’s office. “What you doin’ here?” questioned Mr. Lance gruffly. “Uh,” said Gilbert nervously. “Didn’t you hire me again?” “NO!” shouted Mr. Lance. “FIRED!”
By now his ears were hurting, so Gilbert ran outside beside before his former boss could deal out more of his rashness. “Hired or fired?” Gilbert muttered. Suddenly he realized that Arnold must be up to something. “Boy am I feeling like a great detective right now,” he laughed. He quickly ran to the subway where he slept, grabbed a large black cloak he used as a blanket, and fastened it on, putting the hood on his head.
Arnold lived alone in a small shack on the other side of the small town. As fast as he could, Gilbert raced across town. When he was about halfway, he heard some music from a circus. Then he noticed a big red-and-white circus tent, so he decided to go check it out.
He put his cloak under some nearby bushes, and then strode inside. “Hi!” Gilbert turned to see a man in a tuxedo. “I’m Phillip Lambert, owner of this circus. Nice to meet you.” “Nice to meet you too. I’m Gilbert,” he said, grinning.
“Well, Gilbert,” smiled Phillip. “You look like a perfect clown. Would you like to try the job?” “Sure, I was just fired, and sure wouldn’t mind!” “Ok,” said Phillip. “Follow me.” He led Gilbert down a hallway, behind the tall seats where the audience sat during the performances.
They soon arrived at a swing-open door. Phillip pushed it open, and they walked through. “Hello, Phillip,” said a tall man, with a suit similar to Mr. Lambert’s. Phillip explained, and Gilbert was quickly ushered off to be fitted with his clown costume.
Ten minutes later, Gilbert was fully dressed in a colorful clown costume. Suddenly Phillip walked up. “Gilbert,” he said. “You’re to be fired.” “Already?” he gasped. He sighed.
“Follow me,” said Phillip, and Gilbert got up. He was led to the platform. After being introduced, he was led into a giant cannon. On the count of 3, he was shot into the air. As he sailed, he thought to himself,” Look on the bright side. At least you still have a job!”

Happy Birthday Mom!

Happy Birthday Mom! Even though you probably won't see this. I just wanted to know how much I love you, and say thanks for being a really great mom and teacher! I love you so much and hope that this year is the best yet! I love you!

Birthday Party

I don't have any pictures to post this time. Anyhow, on Saturday evening, a bunch of people from Markham and Richmond Hill came over for Katrina's birthday party. First they came and we fellowshipped for a while. Then we had spaghetti for dinner. We sat down at the big long table and Eman, Vince, Jamie, and Auntie Phoebe served us like it was a restaurant. Then we played SceneIt?. Then we had key lime pie and sang happy birthday. After that we fellowshipped for a while and then all the people except for Nessy, Jenny, and Melo left. Then Lizzy, Aime, and Jenny watched some movie while the JETTS and teens watched "Just Visiting". Then me, Katrina, Nessy, and Jamie went upstairs and played card game with the OC girls, while Vince and Carmel watched "Timeline". Then Jamie went downstairs and us girls talked until 1:30 or something. Then we went to bed. I woke up at 10:00 on Sunday morning. Everyone else woke up earlier. Then we played card games and did card tricks until breakfast. We had pancakes and blackberry sauce. Then we played more card games until Jamie made a treasure hunt. The prize was a bunch of chocolates and smarties. Then we played hide-and-seek in the basement for a long time. Then we went upstairs and had fried eggs and toast for lunch. It was like a tea party, and Jamie served us. Then we just hung out for a long time. Melo went home at 4:something. Then we played Kidnapping In The Dark until dinner. We had potato soup and salad for dinner. Then we kept playing until Simon and Phoebe, Aime, and Katrina drove Nessy and Jenny home. Then I just went on the computer and played Sonic until it was 10:00. Then I listened to music until 10:30, then I went to bed. Well, it was super fun! Bye!

Birthdays!

January 13th was my sister Sue's birthday. Happy birthday, Sue! I really love you and hope that this year is the best yet! Sorry this post is a bit late, even though you probably won't see it. This picture was taken 4 years ago:

And today is my niece Anastasia's birthday. She's Sue's daughter. She's turning 5 years old today. I love you so much, Ana! You're such a big girl now! Have a very happy birthday!

Welcome to my blog!!!!

Hi! I just decided to make a blog. Well my name is Celeste McKen and I'm 12 years old. Here's a picture of my 12th birthday. I don't have that much to say. Belated Happy New Years! Oh, on December 13th my brother Chris got engaged to Te-te, and they're getting married on June 1st! Congratulations! Here's a photo:
Oh, and today is my friend Katrina's 12th birthday! Happy birthday, Kat! Hope you have a really good year!


Have a great New Year, everyone! Well gtg. Bye!