We've been working really hard around our house lately...studying Missouri history. Rebecca's homeschool academy holds a history banquet each year, and this year Rebecca chose to study Bess Truman, famous First Lady from Independence, Missouri.
Rebecca studied Bess Truman's life, created a poster about her, and wrote and memorized a 2-minute speech about her life.
Just this week, we got to celebrate with her class, as they all presented their famous Missourians.
I bet you can even guess who some of them were...especially if you know anything about Missouri history. (Hint--the person didn't have to be born in Missouri, just had to live here for some time.)
I know I am a little biased...but I think this is the prettiest Bess Truman I've ever seen! Don't you agree?
Oh, and look at her hair! Rebecca thought a French twist would help her look the most "First Lady-ish." She did it herself--that girl has some amazing hair talent! (unlike her poor mama...)
Oh, and here she is giving her speech. Doesn't she look like she's been giving speeches all her life?
We couldn't have been ANY PROUDER of our own little Bess Truman! It really is humbling to see your kids stretch themselves, do something they are not comfortable with, and succeed.
Where's my little drooling toddler with dirty knees from crawling all over the place?
Don't remind me...I know she's growing up...too quickly.
