Spring Break 2024

 This week was Spring Break. At the beginning of the week we made a list of what we wanted to do on spring break. I wasn't sure we could get it all done especially since Gaupo had Covid and I wasn't sure who would get sick and who would be well. However, we managed to do all the things and had a great break together. I was also wondering how it would go because we had to online learning days our school districts new snow days and I wasn't sure how the actual break would go.

Monday was a primarily get things done day. Kylee and I went on Monday to another therapist. Kylee really liked this one or at least like the office so hopefully this is a good therapist and we can get the help we want and get to go to a cool office. I really do think it will  work out good, but time will tell. I also took Tia to find new glasses. This girl is so picky and as parents we are kind of picky because I hate when they slip down in front of her eyes. Anyway, we did find a pair and I hope they work. We did pick them up on Friday and so far they aren't too bad, but I just hope they keep working and staying on her face. That night Kylee and Tia went to Urban Air with Trent and Tori and had a blast. I took the twins and Hope to Little Monkey Business for a birthday party for a girl in the twins class. So, we all had a fun night playing with friends and places we rarely go. 

Tuesday the dentist for Kylee and Tia and free cone day at Dairy Queen. So, in the morning we did our dental appointments and in the afternoon we went to DQ for free cones. It was gorgeous weather so we enjoyed them out on the patio. Then on the way home we stopped at a little store called The Hidden Treasure to get some paintbrushes. Really I just kind of wanted to see what they had, but we did need paintbrushes, so we stopped to check it out. We had a good time looking at all the things and did find paintbrushes. Then we came home and painted Book of Mormons. Abby has been wanting to paint her scriptures since Kylee and I did it for a RS activity and we finally did it. It turns out I am not a craft with kiddos person. One-on-one is okay, but a whole group with paint on my new to me table was a little overwhelming but my kids were patient with me and we got it done and everyone loves their scriptures. That night Tia had activity days and so she and I went to that while everyone else stayed home and enjoyed tv time with dad.

Me, Tia, Abby, Kade, and not pictured Kylee at DQ

Kade: He wanted a bow and arrow and sling shot
Abby: I dont know all of it but flowers, stars, and her name
Tia: Jesus in the tomb. An then sun rising.
Kylee: The sun rising on the ocean. Something she is sure that Nephi and his family saw while crossing.

Wednesday we stayed a little closer to home. It was laundry day, so we got that started and then for something to do we rode bikes to the Richard's park. There was another kid who happened to be there and he joined us in our play. The rest of the day was just spent at home with quiet time and hanging out. We did watch CowBelle's together and that was fun to enjoy one another.

Thursday was a big day. We were orginally going to spread out the events but because of Gaupo's sickness and how well I was feeling. I did catch something and haven't felt healthy and normal since Tuesday night but our kids do not self entertain well, so we just kind of kept going. Anyway, Thursday i took the kids swimming in the morning. Then after lunch and naps we used our Get Out Pass for Bowling, Arcades, and Go-Karts. We also had a gift certificate we used to grab some Little Ceasers pizza for on the go dinner. It was really fun and went really well except that it got windy and cold at go-karts so we made it but could have gone better had we had jackets and pants for everyone. It was so fun to spend time as a family together. I don't think the Get Out Pass is worth it full price but its been totally worth the 75% off price I got it for. We have had a lot of fun together as a family which is what we got it for.

Kade and Jason on Go-Karts

Abby and Me

Bowling together

Jason and Kade

Kylee

Friday our fun thing was meeting Aunt Kitt at a new park for lunch. We picked on that looked cool in pictures. It was actually just a fancy neighborhood park but the kids still had fun and it was fun to go somewhere new. It was so great to remember that simple things like picnics, parks, and sunshine can be  just as perfect as going and doing things. Sometimes its best to slow down and enjoy the simple things.

Saturday we also spent some time with Kitt. We went to Lochbuie for their Easter Celebration. We got their just in time to get a few eggs from the 'hunt' which was really just a dash for eggs that were in the grass. We were a little late so we didn't get many but that is okay. Then we went to the petting zoo, and got some free lunch. Once again, just so great to be with Kitt in the sun. Its so great to go to parks and enjoy food and family. Then we went home and enjoyed Gaupo. He told me what he researched as far as how to build our garden this summer and we will see what happens. 

The week was good. I loved spending time with my kids. It was a good break from homework, practicing, and swim lessons. It was good to just do whatever and be together. I love break! I love my family. I have the best!