Snow Day

For the first time in several years, a good snow fell and stuck. We had about 4-6 inches and all of the neighborhood kids loved it. They played outside for hours. We also did some indoor crafts. Asher and Josiah made robots and Isabel designed a Shrinky Dink bracelet. Later, because I have not been feeling well, Isabel made me a homemade carrot soup. It was delicious. I love our kids, they are such a blessing.  

Isabel's First Protocol Event

For 7 years I have been waiting for the day that Isabel could attend the Protocol event at our co-op. Unlike traditional school dances, Protocol is a chance for the kids to learn how to act appropriately at events. They girls are paired with a boy and the boy is supposed to take care of the lady, hold doors open, fill drinks, pull chairs out, etc. The theme this year was a country hoe-down. The kids had a blast!

Jason bought Isabel flowers. 

All dressed up

These kids have been friends since they were 5. 

Up to no good! 

Like Father, Like Daughter

Dancing the Night Away

History Connections

We have been learning about World War I during our history studies both at school and at co-op. The Museum of Flight in Seattle has an amazing exhibit of the World War I and World War II planes. And thankfully all of the museums in Seattle are free on the first Thursday of the month! The kids loved seeing the planes and the interactive exhibits. They could "fly" a plane and they got to experience a life sized trench. By far their favorite part was something completely unrelated to history and totally related to fun. Isabel and Josiah used their money to go on a flight simulator. They talked about it for days afterwards and are looking forward to going back again next month. 

Josiah and the first military plane.

Asher "flying" his plane. 

Josiah the war hero. 

Isabel the flight simulator hero.