This blog has been created by and for the Kinast Family. As we begin to grow and branch out, we thought it might be fun to create a place where we could learn and share about one another. In this blog, you will hear stories about funny situations we have been in, current status on family, things that have helped us to grow as people and other positive impacts that we have each experienced in our lives. So, sit back, take a few moments to relax, and learn about those you love who will always love and support you in your life...

6.05.2015

First Day of Summer in Austin

Yesterday was the last day of school, which means today is the first day of summer vacation! It also means that I have way too much chocolate as that seems to be the most popular thank you gift for teachers. This one I thought was especially cute, and don't worry, none of it will go to waste :).

My plans for next year are still unknown. The position I am currently in is being cut to half time, so I will definitely be doing something different. I have applied to two middle schools in Austin that have open orchestra director positions. Murchison (my current school) suggested I teach .5 orchestra and .5 band for them. Since I have already signed a contract, I will have a full time job, but I may be at a different campus or even multiple campuses. We shall see.

James is at a convention in Nashville, TN. Hopefully, it gives him a chance to rejuvenate a little bit as he has been really busy at work. The last month has been full of interviews and negotiations as he filled the three vacant positions in his office. Once he gets back from Tennessee he will be training new staff members and eventually reducing his work load back to one person's job from the two or three he has been covering :).

We will be heading to Denver at the end of June to tour the local breweries, camp and hike in Rocky Mountain National Park, and explore the Mile-High City. I was just reading about the campground we will be staying in... they have bear lockers to house food overnight... this should be fun...

Rimsky loves boxes!
My first project for the summer was to assemble our new chairs. Of course, I had lots of help from the kitties! 

Duncan explored each new piece as it was added :).
It wasn't long before Rimsky joined Duncan.
Final setup, whew! Now we have a few more seats for when family and friends visit, yay!


 Happy summer to everyone! Hope to see you all soon!

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4 comments:

  1. SarahJune 6, 2015 at 9:24 PM

    Love the chairs! Sounds like a fun trip to Colorado!

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  2. Vicki ShookJune 6, 2015 at 10:22 PM

    Great kitty pictures! I like the chairs too.

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  3. Pam JohnstonJune 7, 2015 at 9:38 AM

    The chairs look great! Hope you have a relaxing summer! Good luck with your adventures next year in school!
    Love, Aunt Pam

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  4. MaryJune 8, 2015 at 4:03 PM

    What fun! Chairs are a great addition! Look good for all that book reading you have planned too.

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