Can't wait to go to the pool

It feels like summer will never come. It is so cold today I had to put on a sweater. The kids and I are so excited that we joined the pool this year. It looks like they're getting the pool ready. (just kidding. This is the only picture I could find of the pool.) I can't wait to go to the pool this summer with the kids. I even picked up a few pool toys. I know going to the pool will keep the boys active and entertained all summer long. I will get the added benefit of a nice, all over tan for the first time in years. No more farmer tans for me. After Memorial Day you'll find me sitting pool side with a book. :)

brush holders

I decided to make Megan a makeup brush holder for her birthday. I found a vase that had a M etched in it. Then I filled it with plastic filler beads. I also bought a few brushes for her. I sure hope she likes it. And if she doesn't she can always use the vase for flowers.:) (I also made one for myself.)

Learning to ride a two wheeler

Logan has been coasting around on his bike for a few weeks now. Trek suggests teaching kids how to balance on their bikes first before learning to peddle. So today we put his peddles on and took him to the park. We went to an empty parking lot and got the bikes out. The only thing Logan needed a little coaching on is how to get the bike rolling before putting his feet up on the peddles. Once he got moving forward he took off peddling and I never had to hold on to him. That was it! He had to practice starting and stopping but I never had to hold on to him while he peddled. He already knew how to stay balanced on the bike. After about 20 minutes he was starting, stopping and turning all by himself. AMAZING!!!

I totally forgot to bring my camera. So the next time we go for a ride I will take lots of pictures and post them.
(Logan turned four in February.)

Gorman Heritage Farm

Debbie and I took the four kids to Gorman's farm this weekend. It was a beautiful sunny afternoon. The kids got to dig for turnips in a garden.





We got to go into the goat pin. They boys enjoyed petting the goats and learning about what they eat.






Then we went to see the chicks. All of the kids got to hold a chick. My niece Kylie was the unlucky one who got pooped on.




The most interesting part of our visit was seeing a sheep get sheared. The farmer told us all about the wool and the different ways farmers used to shear the sheep. His father used to use hand shears that looked like big scissors. Now they use electric shears that makes the job much quicker. He also explained that the sheep have lanolin in their wool. The farmer said his wife loves to hold his hand after he has sheared sheep because they are so soft.

No energy

I need an energy boost. I hate knowing there is so much to do but I don't have the energy to do anything. I wish I had my sister's energy level. :) Sometimes I think she has the energizer bunny helping her out.

Easter at the Farm

On Sunday we went to the farm to celebrate Easter. When we arrived the kids noticed that the Easter Bunny had already visited and left lots of eggs and goodies. The kids were quick to get out and start hunting for eggs. The Easter Bunny is starting find more difficult places to hide eggs. Each of the kids had eggs overflowing their baskets.

We always enjoy spending the day at the farm. The kids are getting more adventurous and exploring further out in the farm by themselves. We went for a walk in the woods and walked down along the creek. Of course one of the kids ended up with wet feet. At least this time it wasn't one of my boys. Dad drove the club cadet with the kids. While driving on the path he got too close to some branches and got some thorns stuck in his forehead.

Evan loves to fish. He spent over an hour by himself fishing today. He finally caught a fish. Uncle Lance was there to help him get it off the hook. He was so proud to hold up the fish he caught. Then he gladly through the fish back into the pond. Logan also spent some time alone playing. We watched him using a stick to pry up a piece of wood used as a bench. They both wish they could live at the farm forever. They will definitely sleep well tonight.

Molly

Reuben played ball with Molly while we were at Debbie's house. He misses having a dog. Molly is a beautiful girl. She loves chasing a tennis ball.