Field Trip, Class Performance, and Winter Reprise

On this first week of spring, Landon had a field trip to Camp Floyd, and Eliza’s grade had a performance. We got productive on the weekend, and snow came back to remind us that winter is not quite over yet, despite what the calendar may say.

Monday was normal with an added trip to the doctor for Hallie. More than likely being low on iron will be something Hallie will struggle with for the rest of her life. Her doctor drew blood and later in the week told her she needed an infusion again and to make sure she was taking her supplements. So she is back to taking them morning and night and hoping something kicks into gear to make her feel better soon.

Landon won this John Cena doll -- er, action figure (that Eliza calls a boy Barbie) -- on a dare. A kid at school did not believe he could do a back handspring. Landon is quite impressed with the action figure's physique and articulation. 

Eliza had art class in the afternoon, and Mike picked her up while Hallie did stuff with gymnastics.

Tuesday was boring with all of our regular routines happening.

Wednesday seemed to be typical as well, and you know what? That is okay. This week after Hallie has finished her shift at work, she has driven one of the teachers from school to another school since her car has been in the shop after an accident on the way to work last week. Hallie said it has been interesting getting to know her.

Thursday was interesting day for all of us. Hallie had a very slow day at work because most of the students that she works with were on a field trip that Mike was lucky enough to go on. The other set of her students were busy getting ready for their 1st grade program that they presented both during the day as an assembly and in the evening for all of their parents. Hallie will admit though that she has a great job where she can see her kids in their program or go on field trips and still get paid. Here are some field trip pics. Mike got to teach the kids how to make "dobies" (adobe bricks).  

Hallie did not need to babysit Lily in the evening, which is sometimes a blessing. Eliza had her 1st grade performance in the evening, and Mike was able to make it back from a meeting just in time to see it. Eliza was so excited to participate she thought she should put a bit of make-up on, Hallie made sure it ended up in the right places but left most of the art work alone. Oh, this seven-year-old is growing up too fast.

Friday was rainy for most of the day, which was a nice change of pace. Our winter has been a little odd this year. Hallie came home after work and took a much-needed nap. Hope this low iron thing can be resolved soon. Both kids had gymnastics this evening, and Eliza loves practicing with the Level 3’s. Eliza had told us earlier in the week that she had wanted to quit and it was time to try something new. However, when we were a few minutes late today she was not happy. Hallie said it didn’t matter if she was going to quit, and Eliza answered back that she was just being sarcastic and she does not plan on quitting gymnastics. Sigh! We watched the new version of Jumanji for pizza and a movie night, and the kids thought it was quite funny.

Hallie went to the Provo City Center Temple from 10:00 to midnight to do some cleaning. She heard ghost stories and did some light dusting. She had fun, and it was interesting to hear stories from the regular custodial staff who work there.

On Saturday, we got the garden beds ready and planted seeds. Plus, Mike put together the grill he got for Christmas. All that remains is to have a few sunny days and to buy some propane. In the morning, the kids and Hallie went to Elk Ridge to look at a rental for her parents in preparation for their move here as soon as their house in California sells. The trio drove pass the Krishna temple and saw people leaving from the Color Festival. It sure looked like a lot of fun and maybe the family will have to attend next year. Hallie and Landon got his room cleaned up in preparation for the Hopkins visit this coming week. A bit of the garage was emptied and cleaned up with our garden preparations. The kids spent most of the afternoon and into the early evening with neighbor friends. In fact, they both had dinner with friends instead of at home. Thanks to the Ingrams and the Bridges who treated the kids.

On Sunday after church, Mike took the cat for a walk, and he and Eliza flew his kite for a little bit before the wind got too strong and cold. Spring kite-flying time is not quite yet here. In fact, we got snow in the late afternoon/early evening. Hallie attended choir, and this week there was a whopping five of us in attendance compared to the three from last week. In a ward of 500, you would think we could get just a few more out. But, oh well. Sister Hallan keeps trying, and she is amazing at her calling. 

Landon wanted to take pictures in the pretty snow. 

Oh, and another thing. Help our kids on their way to Olympic glory: Buy doughnuts!