Robbie got to dig in the archaeology lab (a big sandbox filled with dirt and artifacts planted in it) where there are real archaeologists excavating pieces from various sites around the estate.
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
Fun times with Nana and Bapa
Last weekend we were treated to a visit from my parents. It was the end of a very long road trip for them, but they were so great and hung out and helped around the house and played with the kids.
On Thursday, we surprised Clara at lunch and then went to the book fair with her. She was happy to see us but a bit confused as to why we came. :-)
That afternoon we went to the library and were thrilled to see a therapy dog there. Clara loves the dog (Skye) that visits her school library sometimes, and this one (Jemma) was so laid-back. Henry loved her and just crawled all around (and over) her, even crawling between her legs once while she was standing up. Robbie wasn't very interested in her.
On Good Friday, we visited Montpelier, the home of James Madison. The weather was just gorgeous and the spring blossoms were beginning to bloom. I want to go back when the garden is in full bloom.
Robbie and Henry weren't very interested in being quiet for the tour, so we enjoyed the grounds for awhile. James and Dolley and Robbie--three peas in a pod.
Such a beautiful view.
Robbie got to dig in the archaeology lab (a big sandbox filled with dirt and artifacts planted in it) where there are real archaeologists excavating pieces from various sites around the estate.
Here are Bapa and Clara checking out the sundial. Apparently the sun hadn't gotten the memo about daylight savings time and it read an hour behind.
Robbie got to dig in the archaeology lab (a big sandbox filled with dirt and artifacts planted in it) where there are real archaeologists excavating pieces from various sites around the estate.
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It looks like your kids are ready for a dog of their own!!
ReplyDeleteOh, such a great visit! I didn't think that the sun was shining even enough to do the sundial. Interesting that it was an hour behind - natures way, right/
ReplyDeleteA terrific visit! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteWhen I asked Jemma's (the therapy dog's) owner about the requirements to become certified as a therapy dog, she said one of the most important is that the dog must be very laid-back (which is understandable, especially around children). She amplified this by saying that Jemma is extremely LAZY - and has been so from a puppy. She couldn't get up and be excited about ANYTHING. This is the first praise of the benefits of laziness I believe I have ever heard. So even a lazy dog can be valuable!