We've had a pretty good week with the boys.  Nick's beginning to read more and more, and he's encouraged by that.   Tyler's fed-up with him, though.   :o(     It seems Nick constantly feels the need to challenge Tyler:  e.g., "I'm going to be done first with my shower,"  or he just tries to boss Tyler around ...  He's constantly comparing himself and all his wonderful attributes to Tyler and his shortcomings, and Tyler has a major meltdown about once every two weeks.  The good news is that Tyler comes to David and me to tell us about his anger, instead of trying to get back at Nick.  So, we have a good talk with Nick, and Tyler feels better.  Family dynamics...

Tyler brought home a good report card today, and he started flag football at school (at which he also did very well).  He's looking forward to a little tennis tournament at our club Saturday after soccer. 

We went to USCIS for Nick's interview on his application for the citizenship certificate.  It was so cool!  When people are over 14 (or was that 16?), they have to take the oath of citizenship.  David asked the officer to administer the oath to Nick.  He had very little clue what he was saying, but it was an amazing experience, nonetheless!  They gave him the certificate, and we took the boys to school for the rest of the day.