Flake Fun

Well, the big events from the last couple of weeks were Robin & Rand's birthday and the 24th celebrations. 

The birthday was a blast.  It is so fun to see how excited kids are with little things. Scott and I decorated a little on Saturday night and, anticipating a busy morning I set the table for breakfast.  

Robin was the first one up and was delighted with the streamers and balloons.  Robin quote of the day: "Mom! Someone even set our table!"

When Rand got up we ate breakfast and then opened presents.  

Rand: "who is this from?"

Me: "Mom and Dad"

Rand: " which ones?"

They had fun playing with their gifts until church time.  About 10:15 our power went out (10:30 church time) and when we got to the church it was pretty dark.  The bishop announced that we would take the sacrament and end the meeting.   That made for a bit of a weird day.  But later in the afternoon Randy, Dona, Katelyn (cousin) and the Packards (Bruce, Karen and Rex) came over for cake and ice cream.  It was a good day.

The pioneer day celebrations were fun, as usual.  The kids were more interested in the rodeo than in past years and cheered on the little cowboy on his shetland pony during the races and competitions. I kept thinking that Grant and Henry would have a blast doing the chicken chase and the money calf.  You are all welcome anytime you want to come and participate!  The parade was also lots of fun.  

The chickens are starting to ramp up their egg production which the kids are really enjoying. 

Glads to gladden  the heart

Always the little chef. She has my apron wrapped all the way around with measuring spoon and cup sticking out of the pocket.

Feeding the chickens