Saturday, May 11, 2013

Yesterday

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Yesterday was one of those days where we spent more time outdoors than in.  After dropping Blake off at an all day birthday party, we ran a few quick errands and then came home to do some "real" gardening.  I say we, but really the kids did all the work.  My two boys hauled the dirt from the car and dumped it into the bed by the mailbox.  They knew to break up the roots a bit on the flowers before placing them into the dirt.  They decided where to place them and then when they were done, they watered them.  I stood in the background snapping pictures as that was all they needed from me.  And now we have a really pretty shade garden by the mailbox!

We also took some time to fill feeders and notice all the spring happenings going on around us.  The wild strawberries are ripe and ready and the patches have grown since last year.  We all were amazed at two "giant" berries (about the size of grapes, ha ha).  The kids will always eat one or two, but only b/c I think they forget that they aren't as sweet as "real" strawberries.

After planting a few more seeds in our side garden, the day ended in water play.  What started as a bike wash soon turned into a hose game which then led to getting out the slip-n-slide!  At the end of the day, the kids were dirty, smelly, and tired, but left feeling satisfied.  All signs of a great day!

Wishing everyone a lovely weekend! 

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