So, Feb 24th was the Big Island Spelling Bee. Yeah, I know. Ancient History! Talm was nervous, but you'd never guess. The practice round was fruits and vegetables. Talm correctly spelled "grapes" and was off and spelling.
After 16 rounds, Talmage had finally outlasted his competition. Winning in round 17, he spelled "Conceited" correctly and WON THE BEE!!! Look at the hardware for this baby! The five hours of practice with his teachers each week paid off, not to mention the HOURS spent spelling with Dad!
Talmage's words for this bee were: safari, diorama, topography, conjecture, analysis, clementine, hassock, libretto, spherical, babushkah, paprika, lethargy, confetti, virtuoso, credenza, parallel, and conceited.
Talmage with Kayah Ignacio, a 7th grader from another ward in our stake!
And these two lovely ladies are Talm's coaches, Melinda O'Herron and Georgia Goeas. I think Ms. O'Herron has spent too many years with tweens and middle schoolers! They are the most delightful ladies. But, their job's not through yet! The State spelling bee was only 15 days away!
1 comment:
my goodness! That trophy is the biggest one I have ever seen. Do you get to keep it? or return it to the school for next year's winner? I've never had a trophy. How does it feel to be a hero?
Love, Grandma PenGwen
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