5th grade and 7th grade in the books. I can’t believe it either. Our little family is officially done with elementary school. Honestly, it really doesn’t feel real. We’re so thankful that both boys spent their year happy and thriving. And both were sad to be walking away today. That’s a good sign, right?
On to summer.
Here. We. Go.
It was our last Wax Museum yesterday and Robbe crushed it. He researched Garett Morgan, the inventor of the first gas mask and traffic light. Robbe had to do a ton of research, write a paper, write + memorize a speech, make a prop (that’s what the first gas mask looked like!) and create that poster. So cool, right? This is one of my very favorite projects. I’ll miss this school.
Also….can you handle how cute he is in that little sport coat and tie? I can’t!
Chase was part of a Memorial Day marching band today. It might be his one and only time and he picked a good one. It was a beautiful day for a parade. And the band sounded great.
The temperature wasn’t quite as warm as I would like for a lake weekend but I the sun was out so I’m not complaining.
It was cold. It was crazy windy. But boy did this guy have fun. I don’t think I’ll ever be a sports mom but it does make my heart happy to see him doing what he loves.
We stumbled upon some new sculptures on our walk to the library this afternoon. This was one of the most…umm…interesting ones. Enjoy.
The local arts center is hosting my favorite exhibit of the year! Flower arrangements inspired by art. So much creative talent in one room. Enjoy a few of our favorites!
Marvel might be the best cat snuggler of all time. And one of the cutest.
This made me chuckle today.
What a dreamy weekend to celebrate Mother’s Day! We spent lots time outside (planting flowers, playing badminton, running a 5k [Robbe and Chris], replacing flags for veterans at a local cemetery [Chase and Sara], enjoying family walks…) and still managed to accomplish some needed tasks AND I finally convinced the boys to watch Homeward Bound. Big weekend, right?
I was feeling all the love from my three favorite fellas and am so very lucky to get to spend every day with them.
These tulips in front of city hall bring me joy every spring. They’re just so happy.
Chase returned from Space Camp today and he had a great time filled with oodles of learning, building friendships, phone games on the bus, lots of sugar, and not much sleep. I’m so glad he enjoyed himself and I’m equally glad to have him sleeping in his own bed tonight.
We had a Menomonie adventure today that included a candy store, a game store, walking in the sunshine…and a fashion show (the main motivation for the excursion). We were missing Marshall but we did have fun!
This guy ventured off on his own for a Space Camp adventure today. He’s on a bus right now heading to Huntsville, Alabama, for a 4-H experience trip. I hope he has the best time ever but I’m also already missing him like crazy and thinking about him ALL THE TIME.
Stay tuned for a full report on Monday.
Look! Evening family walks are back! I mean, technically we go for walks all year round but this is when there’s more enthusiasm because we actually want to be outside. And we even had some flowers join us in the excitement.
We had a lovely holiday weekend up at the lake. The weather could have been warmer, but the company was great and the cinnamon rolls were some of my best yet.
Robbe was invited to join his friends in a practice 5K for the Girls on the Run program. Most of his close friends are in the club and Robbe loves to run so it’s been tough not to be a part of it (it’s only for girls, after all). He was so excited to be able to join for this one practice, though. Look at that smile!
It finally felt like spring this weekend and boy did we need it. Everyone got to enjoy the sunshine—except our other cat. We were afraid he’d panic and run. We let him watch from the screened porch, though, so you don’t have to feel bad for him.
Look at these two! They fell asleep like this!
There’s an amazing Lego and game store in Osseo and we just love it so much. Our newest tradition for Christmas and birthdays is a shopping trip with Grandma. Can you imagine luckier kids? And I enjoy the trips just as much. :)
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