Spring Break 2016 - Fantastic Friday

We talked about Friday's plans all week.  There were several ideas, but we let the birthday boy, Ryland, decide.  He chose to go see Dad's work.  He wanted to go watch the line operators and wear the protective gear.  

It was great to see many of Dad's co-workers and give the kids an opportunity to visit.  After lunch at Gloria's, we toured Dad's office and played photo shoot. 

Spring Break 2016 - Thankful Thursday

Thankful Thursday was also St. Patrick's Day, so we all tried to sport a bit of green.  We worked on a science experiment and talked about rocks.  I remember these kits from when I was younger, so it was a cool walk down memory lane.

Every so often I would ask the children to name something that they are thankful for.  We really focused on non-material items.  It was a bit hard at first, but they caught on quickly.  

We headed to Main Event for some bowling fun.  Ridley loved rolling the ball down the dino ramp.

I have never seen Reed eat so much pizza!  He was tearing it up!  He told me he was starving and bowling was a lot of exercise.

Here is my crew - what I am most thankful for on this Thursday and everyday!

Spring Break 2016 - Wacky Wednesday

It was another great day spent enjoying the lack of alarms and appointments.  Today we were wacky.  Everything we did was done backwards or with a silly twist.  We played lots of games, had breakfast for lunch, and acted like we didn't have a care in the world. 

Spring Break 2016 - Terrific Tuesday

Terrific Tuesday got off to a slow and lazy start.  No alarm or rush to get dressed, which is a nice change to our normal routine.  The sweet treat for today was a trip to Chuck E Cheese for lunch and a long time to play games.

In keeping with our tradition, a group photo in the booth.  This pretty much sums up the end of our visit.  Ridley is exhausted and the boys are hyped up and ready to go. 

Spring Break 2016 - Marvelous Monday

We are getting Spring Break started right!  I thought I would try to make the week fun by naming each day.  Today was Marvelous Monday.  We were lazy and stayed in our pajamas until lunch, and then we headed out for a surprise.  What is better than a trip to Toys R Us and a milkshake?  

Hunting Ranch

We spent our last weekend of Spring Break relaxing and having fun at the hunting ranch.  It is so beautiful and peaceful, and all the kiddos love it.  No phone service and no deadlines.

Snake Encounters

We heard the snake guy was coming back to the library, and we couldn't wait to go see his show.  He is always hilarious and full of knowledge.  The boys were so intrigued and sat quietly for the entire show.

Ridley, on the other hand, was all out drama.  She was laid out on the floor soaking up attention.  I knew I was pushing her nap back, so I couldn't get too upset when she pulled out her Nonnie.

At the end of the show, the children could pet the reptiles.  Both of the boys had to get their hands on this big snake.  Yuck!

Reed practically chased down this massive lizard.  With that, I was ready to go.  

Boas & Pythons

Yuck!  Once again the huge snakes were at the library for a show during Spring Break.  I know the boys love it, so I happily took them to see the big nasty things.  Our good friends, the Wood girls, were once again going, so we made the annual outing.  The boys and Harker loved the snakes, and they couldn't wait to pose with it.  Keaton and us mommies were not so interested. 

 I was also holding Ridley, so I couldn't help but think that damn snake was considering a quick snack of my child.  I swear the snake was looking right at her.  I could have been a bit paranoid, but whatever.  I kept my distance with my sweet, little, tasty baby.