Every other Friday

Waiting room reading

 Danika and Garrett had recertification appointments for WIC.  I was so glad that they have lots of books and other activities to keep the children occupied while we waited. The board books were plentiful and super nice.  I loved the one Danika was reading about the mice eating healthful foods.

New storage bins

 This is one of the new containers we purchased to keep the kids clothes in.  Prior to this we had clear plastic bins that always looked messy.  These storage units are pieces of furniture that can double as seating, as they have a very nice cushioned top. They also have a stay open hinge for easy access to the things inside. The kids were so excited!

High school musical #2

Courtney, Hayden, and I got to go and see the Grant High School Performing Arts Department put on the musical "Hairspray" last night. We knew a few of the cast members. Alyssa Goessler, Jacquie Beatty, and Natalie Baron.  All of these girls went to Kid's Church and Youth Group with our kids for most of their growing up years. The casting for the play was spot on.  Everyone did a fabulous job. But it was the opening night and sound problems took away a bit from the enjoyment. I was disappointed that the cast didn't come out while we waited, to enable us to chat and take a few pictures.

However, Hayden and I have the privilege to be going to see another high school musical tonight at Portland Christian High School. We are looking forward to it.

Friday fun

 As I've mentioned before, Danika has every other Friday off of school. This morning we left Garrett with Aunty Courtney and Danika and I got to stop for coffee (chocolate milk) and a treat on our way home after dropping the big kids off at their school. The corner landscape near Fremont Place has blooming dogwoods and newly planted shrubs and new wood chips on the path. Everything looks so nice. Danika checked out the dogwood blossoms.

Of course Starbucks was packed with no room to sit down.  Danika should have worn a jacket as it was a bit nippy this morning and too cold to eat outside without one.  But her sweater dress and tights did look cute. We ended up opting for a picnic in the van... just Gramma and the girl.

More blooms

 The cement containers along the wall at Starbucks are overflowing with pansies.  Such happy looking  flowers.

The picture of the dogwoods on the left are taken at Fremont Place (by me) the ones on the right were taken in  College Place (by Cherise). There are such a variety of colors out in nature right now.  Spring sure loves to show off her finery.  We appreciate it after all the grey months. 

It's like a celebration for making it through the winter!