Kyle the Crocodile

Hi everyone. Carlyle had a great opportunity to take in a practice round with 4th grader Patrick at the Masters golf tournament in Augusta, GA.

I didn’t get a chance to see the tournament, can you tell me which golfer won and what country he is from? What other facts can you tell me about the Masters?

Here are the pictures Carlyle sent back. Enjoy. – Kyle

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Sometimes there can be bad weather at the tournament. If that happens people need to go inside to get out of danger. This sign tells people what to do if bad weather approaches (click the picture to see a larger image).

Augusta National Golf Course is a big place. You need signs and a map to find your way around.

Katie, Carlyle, Kirby and I spent Thanksgiving with Mr. Clobridge. We have so much to be thankful for this year. We’re thankful for our family and friends, for our great school, and for having the opportunities to go on so many fun and exciting adventures with our friends. We can’t wait to see what the next year brings! 

A few photos from Thanksgiving: 

First we had homemade vegetable soup, and then we ate a traditional Thanksgiving meal with turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and carrots. 

 

 

 

Kirby helped Mr. Clobridge carve the turkey. 

 

After dinner, we rested in front of the fire. 

 

 

 

 

 

The next morning, we were still full from dinner the night before, but we managed to eat french toast. And then Carlyle had another nap! 

 

 

 

 

It was a fun day, and it was important for us to think about what we’re each thankful for. Most importantly, we’re thankful for our family and friends. 

What did all of you do for Thanksgiving?

My brother Carlyle, just got back from his trip to Baltimore with 5th graders Sean and Zachary. Here are some pictures they took and what they had to say about the trip. There will be more pictures posted tomorrow. –Kyle

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Carlyle is buckled in for safety on the 300 mile trip north to Baltimore, Maryland.
Carlyle’s first stop is before the ramparts at historic Fort McHenry, where in September 1814 Major George Armistead and his men held off the invading British Navy inspiring Francis Scott Key to pen “The Star Spangled Banner”.

Carlyle was found sitting on the cannon balls in front of one of the big guns at Fort McHenry.

Carlyle takes part in the 30 ft x 42 ft Star Spangled Banner ceremony nearly 194 years after the original was raised in defiance against the invading British forces.

Carlyle, two Sycamore Creek Crocs and one future croc on the ramparts of Fort McHenry, overlooking the entrance to Baltimore Harbor where British naval forces unsuccessfully threw rockets, bombs and cannon balls to dislodge the Americans.

Pratt Street Pavilion and downtown development at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.

Check back tomorrow to see where Carlyle spent the night (it’s really neat)!

Hi! I’ve gotten some questions about my siblings, Katie, Carlyle, and Kirby, so I thought I’d introduce you to all of them.

This is Katie:

She’s the most daring and adventurous of all of us. Katie likes to climb — an unusual trait for a crocodile, but Katie is unusual! Her pink and purple make her really stand out in the crowd. We’re lucky to have such a cool sister.

This is my younger brother, Kirby.

He’s still a bit skittish around people and hasn’t spent too much time at Sycamore Creek yet, so when he does come for an extended visit be sure to make him feel welcome.

And this is Carlyle:


He just got back from Baltimore and will have lots of pictures and stories about that soon.

We all love to read, write, and explore new places. Thanks for making us feel so welcome at Sycamore Creek!