Sleep occurred about 2 seconds after we got onto the Interstate.
Saturday, October 03, 2009
Friday, October 02, 2009
Day out with Thomas!
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Holy smoke. It is impossible to describe the pure unadulterated joy that was had by the little ones at the "Day Out with Thomas" event at the NC Transportation Museum in Spencer, NC. For those who don't know, "Thomas the Tank Engine" is a favorite of the under 6 set, and they bring an actual, real, live coal-fired engine dressed up like Thomas to various locations. They also bring tons of other fun stuff for the kids, and the transportation museum is also really fun.
We started off the day lounging in our Thomas Engineer hats and blowing our Thomas Whistles (very dang loud). Soon there was a "No blowing the whistle in the house" rule in effect, although it was largely ignored. Then we made the 1.5 hour trip to Spencer. As soon as we got there, it was like meeting Elvis (before the fat), the Beatles, and the Pope all at once. Just pure excitement. They were about to pop. Cindy and I just couldn't help but laugh for about the first 30 minutes because they went berserk.
Eventually we got to ride in one of the coaches Thomas was pulling. That was the highlight. Then they had little tables of Thomas themed toys set up everywhere for the kids to play with. That seemed to be a big hit. Also the model trains got lots of attention. Of course, there were things to buy, and we did our part to support the economy, and the Thomas empire. It took approximately 3.2 miles for sleep to set in as we left the museum.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Dining Fun
So, I'm sitting at the table watching Lily have a defiant moment regarding her food. (We call it 'Refuse-a-lating'). I had flashbacks of sitting at the kitchen table growing up watching Carole Odom (nee Frank) have similar episodes. Really, the resemblance in form and function is striking! Just as I got back with my camera, I got one pic of her thrashing (1st pic above) and then she ate it! Then she liked it! Hey, Mikey!
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Mini-Block Party
It was hot as blue blazes this Sunday. Yep, that means it's time to get out the pool again! Popsicles, head first down the slide, belly flops, and lots of grass in the pool. Once again, the Enstone Court gang rocks!
Jane's and Bill's
Another great trip to the NC mountains to see Aunt Jane and Uncle Bill! Feeding the fish, feeding the birds, swimming in the lake (toe-touching, it was cold), and generally 'hanging out.' What could be better?
Museum Of Life and Sciences
The Museum of Life and Science in Durham has a new exhibit that has dinosaurs! Of course we had to go.
Block Party
This is why we moved to this neighborhood: Reason #312 (Good times with Good people!)
The kids had a complete blast, the adults had one or two adult beverages, and neither group let darkness interfere with the festivities! Can't wait until next time!
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