Stop the Bleed

 

These two completed the "Stop the Bleed" program and Audra updated our vehicle first aid kits with the supplies she obtained from this program.  They both said if there was some sort of event that help was needed, they would feel confident stepping in to help.  Hopefully skills they never will need, but I'm glad they are learning. 

Family books

 My husband surprised us all by taking over a night of reading aloud.   I can't think of a more delightful surprise, for all of us.  

Microplastics

 We had a day collecting macroplastics and filtering ocean water for microplastics in the lab. We thought they were just watching, but it was definitely hands on for them too. Such an interesting day!  A great experience and very eye opening. 

February skating

 

An empty, freshly zambonied ice rink was a delightful surprise. It's been a difficult week, a nice reprieve.  

Tree tapping

We've tapped trees many, many years and to be honest, it's not my favorite activity. Adrian said, "Mom, we really need to tap trees this year because Anna-Kate is old enough to help and she will be ready to really experience it."  SURE.  The two of them tapped a few. 

Shelter Work

 We are heavily involved with our local cat rescue.  We've been involved with the thrift store to benefit it for some time, specifically some working in the shop and providing cost free storage for seasonal items. This fall we started fostering. We also go to the shelter on delivery days to unload supplies and other days to clean, clean, clean. Adrian is also in charge of taking out the trash.  We just got a new job: Preparing the adoption folders. Plus, of course, lots of socializing the kitties.  It is a good thing to be tired after a good day of service.

Outside/In

 Outside there is SO MUCH SNOW and a ridiculous amount of wind.  We shovel out the path to the barn and by the end of the day, there is another drift.  This is Anna-Kate in a no plow zone in front of a drift. 

So I washed up this handmade table cloth that I got at the thrift store for a couple bucks. 

 I started a fire, put the soup pot on and baked some bread. 

We all keep going in and out, but are thankful for coming in the most.