Friday May 15

Last Friday wrapped up our bird unit. We used the opportunity from the storm to pick up sticks and make bird nest.

The kids were so excited! They made plans and make of where to find sticks and build their nest.

So happy to pull the wagon.

Stick collecting for their nests

Kathryn found a nest inside the playset. But no eggs or resident yet 

They built and added two more nest for the birdie resident to choose from. 

After a bit more classroom and office work, we spent late afternoon outside enjoying the nice weather.

This was quite bike parade and included lots of dancing too.

Almost 5

Almost 7

We finished the evening with a fire, s'mores, and a roasted apple!

So thankful!

There is a rainbow at the end

Today's learning was mostly self directed as Mommy had lots of video conferences and a long call. That said we got in Bible study, birds, and David's kindergarten prep 

The bird lesson was on beaks and what birds eat. Here they made 'seed' and are using straws like beaks to eat. All their own creation.

Kathryn insisted on gnocchi tonight and I couldn't resist. Roasted potato gnocchi with artichokes and capers. She rolled all the gnocchi.

We had quite the light show tonight as it rained. At the end we got not only a full rainbow, but a double full rainbow! Feeling blessed ☺️

Birdie Wednesday

We are learning about birds this week. And look what's right outside our front door?

Davids journal about the nest

Kathryn working math

Her new favorite activity?

Sending emails🤣🤣 Too bad I can't let her do some of mine!

Binoculars

Today's big hit was a surprise present from Grandma Diane... binoculars. And we needed it.

(I should note David is really almost as tall as Kathryn. He is being silly in the picture)

Our unit this week is on birds, so these are perfect!

Kathryn was the first to bravely venture outside on her own. 

David couldn't resist and so joined the fun. 

Later my potsticker helpers were back. After steaming them, I seared them on each side (at John's request). They were even better.

Hope you are all doing well. We are all in need of rest. Kathryn and I have a dry cough and David is cranky. Nothing major, but I'm ready to get back to our (even more) happy days!

Mother's Day Weekend

I was so blessed to soak up more time with my special people. One non-documented picture is John's act of love in helping me cover our garden plants Friday night. It got down below 29. All covered plants all well :)

Hot tub time!

Dinner by Chef John (bread not pictured).

Mother's day started with a gourmet breakfast of chocolate donuts, bacon, and eggs. Sorry no pictures. We also forgot to open the champagne 🤦

Morning hugs and cards.

Craft time for Kathryn and David with Dad. These are some of my gifts!

Lunch! Mom's favorite 😍

The day was also filled with church, phone calls to family, crafts, lots of crafts, and games.

We made the headband

Hoping you all had a good weekend to reflect, remember, and thank the mom's in our lives. Hugs to you all❤️

We're here, I promise!

The days have been going quickly. For us the day starts with lots of energy and many to-dos. This blog is hard, but makes me take pictures, which deceased over the past couple of weeks. Here are some highlights.

The ladies I work with had a fancy hat cocktail party. Kathryn is modeling my selection.

Planting day 2020 at the nursery.

Home planting, 16 more trees. Half of the child labor crew was enthusiastic.

Dinosaurs and bows

School

and more school. We have really enjoyed #Keepingmykiddosbusy Kindergarten prep packet.

Outisde play

outside critter.

Playing "landscaping"

Where do they get this?!

Pretending it's summer!