Last Day of School!

We survived remote learning! This was Kit's last day of elementary school!

Private Tap

Today Kit started private tap dance lessons (via Zoom) with Amber, my childhood friend, who is a renowned tapper. She is loving it!

Mother's Day

I had the best Mother's Day with the family! In the morning, I came down to love notes, flowers, a book (on the way), and a gift card. Winnie made me a fruit smoothie after my run. I received a special mug in the mail from Director Miller. During Emerson's nap, we resumed our weeks-long Monopoly game. I got to enjoy some sun on the patio, and while we were outside, Winnie lost another tooth (the 8th, we think). To top if off, Seth did all of the cooking and cleaning. I'm so glad I get to be these kids' mom.

Make It Monday: A House for Emerson

The girls decided they were done with their Barbie house and ready to transform it for Emerson. They worked for several weeks, priming, painting, and touching up their work. On Mother's Day, they styled it and presented it to him after his nap.

Christmas Tree

Emerson has been pretending to make Christmas trees. He asked for the artificial tree to come up, and we figured, "Why not!"

Teacher Appreciation

We appreciate our teachers, maybe more than ever! The girls look forward to virtual meetings with Ms. Wagner and Mrs. Pomeroy. We submitted several photos and thank you notes during the special week for teachers.

6th Anniversary

We celebrated our 6th anniversary with Chinese takeout and clean-up helpers.

Emerson's Piles

Spirit Week

In honor of Spirit Week in Ohio, and specifically Hero Day, the kids dressed up as our Ohio heroes: Governor DeWine, Dr. Amy Action, and Marla Berkowitz, ASL Interpreter.

Make It Monday: Painted Plywood

Today the girls painted the tap dance plywood we've had for years.

Buddies

Rollerblading

We're all new at rollerblading - it's a fun way to stay busy and active.

Spring Blossoms

We love the view when the service berries are in bloom.

Make It Monday: Terrariums

We made terrariums from recycled glass jars, twigs, and tissue paper.

Celebrating Easter

Today we had an egg hunt in the backyard & dyed eggs on the driveway.

Bike Appreciation

Thanks to Grandma Lovie & Grandpa John for helping us purchase new bikes for the kids as early Easter gifts. We also got a carrier for Seth's bike so the five of us can go on rides together.

Patio Fire

Today was also the perfect opportunity for a fire and s'mores.

Jumpoline Day

With an abundance of time at home, we were eager to set up the trampoline, or "jumpoline," as Emerson calls it.

Making Cookies

Made Grandma Jo's cookies today...they didn't last long.

April Fools' Day Breakfast

Junk breakfast in honor of April Fools' Day!