Yesterday we had an ideal family day.
It started with a quiet morning at home. Those are always nice...filled with cartoons, books, and pancakes.
Then, we continued along with a nice spring walk before the weather turned. We were able to even enjoy the playground.
We went to the library where we checked out some books. The kids really love to go through the books. Bri has an intense interest in the human body and medicine. Kiff found a great Caillou book.
After, we came home to watch a video from the library about the real Pocahontas (one of Bri's favorite characters).
We then went to get Chinese food at Jades. We loved that.
Finally, we topped off the relaxing day with a night ride...where the kids fell asleep.
All in all...a great day!
Sunday, March 30, 2014
Saturday, March 29, 2014
The One With the Art Show
This week was Kiff's art show. It was a hint that his pre-school year is coming to a close, and with that his pre-school career.
So, there was a touch of sadness as we went to the art show. But, it was also a touch of fun as well. Because, once we were there, we saw all of his glorious pictures.
And he did quite a great job.
There was his penguin picture - cute with googly eyes.
There was the vegetable picture - it look like a vegetarian army.
There was the giraffe picture - a homage to Mr. G.
There was his leprechaun - very clever and cheery
There was also his pottery - simply colorful
The collection was a wonderful assortment of his best work...and a collection of a year long memories commemorating his last year in pre-school which is slowly - and sadly - coming to an end.
So, there was a touch of sadness as we went to the art show. But, it was also a touch of fun as well. Because, once we were there, we saw all of his glorious pictures.
And he did quite a great job.
There was his penguin picture - cute with googly eyes.
There was the vegetable picture - it look like a vegetarian army.
There was the giraffe picture - a homage to Mr. G.
There was his leprechaun - very clever and cheery
There was also his pottery - simply colorful
The collection was a wonderful assortment of his best work...and a collection of a year long memories commemorating his last year in pre-school which is slowly - and sadly - coming to an end.
Saturday, March 22, 2014
The One With the First Day of Spring
At last,
It arrived
Two days ago
The first day of spring....
It came with no fan fare
Just hope and fun.
We celebrated by going outside, playing in the driveway, and blowing bubbles.
We felt the warm sun on our faces
And the cool breeze in the air
It was glorious to feel that spring has arrived.
It arrived
Two days ago
The first day of spring....
It came with no fan fare
Just hope and fun.
We celebrated by going outside, playing in the driveway, and blowing bubbles.
We felt the warm sun on our faces
And the cool breeze in the air
It was glorious to feel that spring has arrived.
Saturday, March 15, 2014
The one with the long week
This has been one long week.
Tech week for the play at our school.
Now, I love doing the play. This has been something that I have enjoyed the past 18 years. It is a blast. Working with the students and seeing how that play comes out is phenomenal.
And it is fun to get a chance to hang out at the homestead.
But I always forget how tiring it can be. In fact, it is even more tiring for the students. Seeing so many of the most energetic students quiet and subdued by week's end is always funny.
I also forget how weird it is not being home, playing with the kids, hanging with Em, watching Curious George with them (as I am doing while writing this).
Good times - yes. Just tiring ones, too. A great way to usher in the spring season!
Tech week for the play at our school.
Now, I love doing the play. This has been something that I have enjoyed the past 18 years. It is a blast. Working with the students and seeing how that play comes out is phenomenal.
And it is fun to get a chance to hang out at the homestead.
But I always forget how tiring it can be. In fact, it is even more tiring for the students. Seeing so many of the most energetic students quiet and subdued by week's end is always funny.
I also forget how weird it is not being home, playing with the kids, hanging with Em, watching Curious George with them (as I am doing while writing this).
Good times - yes. Just tiring ones, too. A great way to usher in the spring season!
Saturday, March 8, 2014
The One Where We Change Plans
Ah, changing plans.
It seems an inevitable part of life.
And it was this week.
Dancing - gymnastics - a cultural fair.
Sadly all had to be changed because we have been bitten by one of those bugs going around. And this bug has lasted a long time. Well, more than likely it is two bugs, but it has swept over us like a thick cloud.
In January and February, Kiff was hit with something that turned into a sinus infection. It last five weeks. Now Bri has a bug that is taking a long time to fight. She has had it for more than three weeks.
Yikes. Here's hoping - and praying - these bugs break and stay away. With the change in the weather in the air, and Spring just a stone's throw away, we might be seeing the end of it. Which will bring us - and the doctor's office (who have hinted that they seen us a lot) - a much needed respite.
It seems an inevitable part of life.
And it was this week.
Dancing - gymnastics - a cultural fair.
Sadly all had to be changed because we have been bitten by one of those bugs going around. And this bug has lasted a long time. Well, more than likely it is two bugs, but it has swept over us like a thick cloud.
In January and February, Kiff was hit with something that turned into a sinus infection. It last five weeks. Now Bri has a bug that is taking a long time to fight. She has had it for more than three weeks.
Yikes. Here's hoping - and praying - these bugs break and stay away. With the change in the weather in the air, and Spring just a stone's throw away, we might be seeing the end of it. Which will bring us - and the doctor's office (who have hinted that they seen us a lot) - a much needed respite.
Saturday, March 1, 2014
The One Where Spring Arrives
At last, it is March.
March 1. For those of you who don't know, this is the first day of meteorological spring. The light is at the end of the tunnel.
While it has been a fun few months of winter, it is about time that spring arrives.
Sure, the winter has been filled with sledding, skating, snowman building, and running in the snow. But, this winter has brought so many frigid cold snaps that it is hard to believe. I sometimes remember two - even three - in a season. But this year, their seems to be a regular trend in mid-week to get into the single digits.
Now is time for hope. So, for all of you who can't wait for the cold weather to slowly loosen its grip, wait no more.
Happy first day of meteorological spring.
March 1. For those of you who don't know, this is the first day of meteorological spring. The light is at the end of the tunnel.
While it has been a fun few months of winter, it is about time that spring arrives.
Sure, the winter has been filled with sledding, skating, snowman building, and running in the snow. But, this winter has brought so many frigid cold snaps that it is hard to believe. I sometimes remember two - even three - in a season. But this year, their seems to be a regular trend in mid-week to get into the single digits.
Now is time for hope. So, for all of you who can't wait for the cold weather to slowly loosen its grip, wait no more.
Happy first day of meteorological spring.
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