We babysat yesterday and I had a lot of paperwork to do, so there wasn't as much time as usual for our schoolwork, but we learned all the same. The girls read for quite a while yesterday-this is big payoff task that is fun for them.
Sami had a science lesson, thanks to the cats. One of them left a bird as an "offering." Sami inspected and manipulated the bird for over an hour. She learned how the wings flex and stretch, how the legs work, what the beak looks like (inside and out), feather structure, and everything else that goes with a hands-on inspection. Some might think it's gross, but this was definately a learning experience.
We went to Dave's parents' for dinner. We then all helped plant a bunch of spring flowers that Pat had picked out. Sami fell in love with a little hyacinth, so Pat let her take it home. We got home after dark, but Sami got out her shovel and planted it in the dark anyway. I can't wait till we get paid next so I can take the girls out to pick out some more flowers...they love playing in the dirt! I love it too.
Megan's sprained ankle (from a week ago) was doing better, but she won't lay off it long enough for it to heal all they way. It was hurting her again last night, so I wrapped it again and gave her some more Motrin. It just seems to "tweak" every now and then.
Dave called yesterday. He is still in Baghdad waiting for a flight out to his base. I'm glad he gets to call and give us updates. I would go insane if I couldn't hear from him for a long period of time! Love you, Dave!
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