...a big adventure or a brand new friend, when you're curious, like Curious George!" This is from the theme song of the show "Curious George." Appropriate for the boys on many levels, but especially since they watch the show every day.
We had a few adventures of our own this week, and took advantage of the crazy weather we've been having. On Thursday, we headed to their favourite park (DeWolfe in Bedford...they correct me each time I say the word "DeWolfe" saying it's actually "The wolf park". They must think I'm from Gatineau.). It was a beautiful day: 14 degrees, not a cloud in the sky and light wind. However, because there had been rain in the days prior, there were numerous mud puddles (which they promised to avoid in our "huddle" before leaving the van). I think it took Angus all of 2.7 seconds to get from the van to the puddle, and another 3 seconds to fall up to his knees and require assistance from another park Mummy to get him un-stuck from the puddle (I was still unbuckling Henry and Oliver from the van). After 10 minutes of them trying their hardest to stay out of the puddles, we walked the pier and the boys charmed all the pedestrians. At least I think they were charmed...they'd look our way smile and say something along the lines of, "Three boys! So handsome! They are/will be/must be busy!!" Hmmm...charm or compassion.
Friday morning Halifax awoke to high winds and heavy rain. I told the boys we were going to head to Lawrencetown Beach (www.lawrencetownbeach.com) to see how big the waves were. Angus asked if we'd get to see a tsunami. I told him no. The entire drive (40 minutes) there and back, Angus kept asking me about jellyfish, and whether or not they'd get us, and if they were going to leave seeds in the water. Hmmm...not sure where that was coming from, but next week, I'll be sure to cover some mini-lessons on jellyfish and that they won't 'get us'. Especially not in Windsor Junction. Double especially not in our wicked storm-chasing Honda Odyssey!! We drove out, we marveled, we drove home, and then proceeded to make homemade volcanoes. The bonus about making the volcanoes is that even though our bowls and glasses were overflowing, it's a vinegar solution! It was essentially an all-natural cleaning solution all over the kitchen! Two birds, one volcano...
Saturday, we headed to Chapters (same as Borders for my US readers, or whatever the large bookstore chain is called now) because they were hosting a Lego event (Angus is a Lego addict..and for 4, is really quite good!). A lot of effort for 20 minutes of interest ;) Ryan did buy a kids rocket ship fueled by stuff you'd find in your pantry. We got home, and I think there were approximately 17 launches! They boys loved it. We also have a kit to perform the Mentos/Diet Coke geyser, and since we were on a bit of an explosion kick this week, we pulled it out. Another high coolness factor for the kids.
March break is now upon us, so there are a ton of options available to the boys (Museum workshops, arts & crafts drop-ins at local stores, etc.); we'll have lots to keep us busy! For thos of you wondering, Oliver's been walking for about 2-3 months now, Henry is still a 'bull in a china shop' - but our little bull is getting quite articulate with his verbiage! And Angus is busy. Busy skiing, busy asking questions about EVERYTHING under the sun, and most of all, busy orchestrating how things run in our home (mostly with his brothers).
Have a great week, everyone! In the meantime, enjoy this vid of Angus and Oliver jumping on Henry's bed (take note of Oliver closely watching Angus...priceless!)
