New Faces and Old

Making new friends can be challenging and keeping old friends is even harder. Sometimes you'll get into fights over silly or serious things that can break up your friendship forever. When you and your friend are in a fight I suggest that you talk to your friend instead of the silent treatment. You don't even know why she's upset do you? And does she know why you are? NOPE!!! You have to talk it out together and try to understand him/her. Next time your best friend from since preschool gets into a fight with you remember what you have read.

And now you all may want to know hats a good strategy for meeting new people and getting to know them and maybe even become their friend is. The best place to go and make new friends is a new activity. Take a cooking class, sign up for a sports team, audition for a play, or join an art club. Do something you will enjoy because most likely the people around will like some of the same things you do. Once you're in a friendly and comfortable environment, look for someone who is alone, because you will be less nervous and they are likely to also need a friend. After you find someone you want to talk to, the rest is simple: Say "Hello my name is....." and THAT'S how it all starts. Just keep the conversations going and try to meet up with him/her other places. Soon you've got a friendship you both will treasure!

Happy Friendships,

KATE CHALLENGE: Start a new activity, or one where there is new people to meet, and make a new friend. Or you can also call an old friend of yours that you don't get to talk to often. Try to remember all the good times you had together and how much you missed talking to her!

About the Kate Challenges

I have decided to make the end date for the Kate Challenges sooner. The end date is now August 15th, and all challenges must be completed before 5:00pm if they are to qualify. Thank you all, keep up with the Kate challenges. Oh, and about the prize. I have figured it out, but it's a surprise:) Tell me if the date changes is not convenient for you.



Happy SUMMER

Party TIME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

How do I throw a party most everyone will enjoy? The answers are here! Throwing a party can be so much fun, but also a lot of work. You are responsible for what goes on during the party, and make sure it gets cleaned up. The best way to throw a party is to include everyone, make it safe, and make sure you have time for everyone invited. Here are some tips:

• Invite people you trust. Don't invite people you think will cause trouble.






• Have a theme. If you stick to it, most likely things wont get to off topic






• Include everyone. Don't leave anyone out of the fun






• Make sure your guest will enjoy the party. Consider their personalities and opinions, make sure they wont be offended or bored

Stick to these simple tips and you'll all enjoy the party! Make sure that there are also refreshments so the guests don't get thirsty or hungry.

Happy PARTYING!

KATE CHALLENGE: Throw a party or a sleepover with a few of your friends. Follow the tips, and at the end of the party, review the guests. If most of them liked it, you get this challenge!!!! Good luck to ALL!!!!!!!!!!

New: Kate Challenges!

Hey Guys! I am now starting this new thing called "Kate Challenges". Each time I write a post, at the end of the post I will come up with a challenge. When you complete a challenge write a comment about how you completed the challenge under the post. Also, you may privatly tell me instead of commenting.The end date is August 15th and whoever has the most completed challenges will WIN A PRIZE (Which I haven’t come up with just yet, and I haven’t figured out if I will be able to get it to you… I figure it out… I hope)

I trust you guys, so please don't cheat or lie. I know you won't, but please don’t take advantage of this.

Rules: None I think, except don't lie or cheat. And the comments for each challenge will be accepted until Aug. 15th. But if there is a tie, the person who completed the challenge first will be able to take the point away from the other person who completed it later.
If any of this is unclear or you have a question just write it in the comments. May the best man/woman win!

Sportless

Do you like to play any sports? I have always thought that being able to play some kind of sport is good for you. especially when you have FUN playing it. Some people play to many to handle, some people play none at all. My advice to all of you is that playing a sport is fun, keeps you fit and is healthy for you. As we get older and keep growing you need to make sure that you can make healthy choices. To the people who don't play any sports I suggest try a few. You never know if you'll like or dislike something. Here are some good sports to try out this summer:

• Soccer







• Baseball







• Basketball







• Volleyball







• Football(brace yourself if you try this one)







• Tennis







• Dodge ball







• Swimming
  

The possibilities are endless, and it may take a while to find one you like. But when you have a good sport and you like to play, you can get really good and it can help you in almost anything. Even school!
And to the people who are like me that has SO many favorite sports, do what I did: find the one sport that you excel at and makes you feel good. You can have more then one; I am not saying it's a bad thing. I love every sport I've ever played. But it's a great idea to focus on one or two sports for your benefit. Also, too many activities can make you tired and not want to do anything.

Alright, so all you guys find your strengths, don't limit or expand to much and keep enjoying the summer!

Moving Out

Moving to a new house can be hard, stressful, and upsetting. Even if your just moving around the corner! I know from personal experience. All day your going and getting stuff from the old house, it either super hot or super cold, everything is everywhere and you are BORED!!! Plus, there may be no Internet for blogging! Anyway, you think that its so terrible now, but just wait. Once you are settled in and comfortable, it will be the best thing you have ever done. You will be in a cleaner bigger house or apartment and I am sure you'll be happy. Summer's here and maybe you will meet some nice neighbors. The best thing to do in the process of moving is work hard stay strong and remember that when its all over, you know you'll be happy.

Thank you everybody!

Summer What to Dos

Hey its FINALLY summertime! I know I haven't been posting, its because of all the school work I had to get done. But WOW now I'll be able to spend more time on my blog, and I hope you guys will too!!! I just moved from my old house, and its been great! I am loving the new environment!







Okay, lets get to the advice! What to do during the summer, is almost every ones problem. Nobody can wait until the summer, and then you are bored all day and have NO idea what to do! Well, here are some great summer activities to try out!

• Go to the beach(OK, I know you knew this one)





• Spend some time with all your siblings! Give 'em some love:)





• Start a business! Make a lemonade stand or a car wash! Anything you want!





• Try something new! Take a piano lesson, or learn to surf!





• Start a club! Get some friends and do some creative activities





• Meet up with your old friends! Say hello to new ones!





• Make your own blog! Or post on your current one:)

The possibilities are endless! So get out side(or get to work inside) and make this summer count!

Have a great summer,