Summer School!

Today is the first day of our summer school schedule. We decided to try year-round school so that we can spend more time with Daddy throughout the year when he has time off work. 

So to make it special, we are doing a unique activity every day. Today we conducted science experiments ... with fire!

We had our safety gear ready:

There's a hose somewhere. :)

We made fireproof balloons (no pictures) and hand-held fireballs. But only Grant and I were brave enough to pick them up. You can't see the flames well in the photo because it was windy, but you could feel them in your hands!

Scotty wanted to see if cooking oil was flammable, but we didn't have enough heat to make it work. 

Lastly, we conducted a safety drill with the fire extinguisher. We learned when to use an extinguisher, how to take out the safety clip, how far away to stand, and where to aim. Then we practiced!

Ok, now we're all trained! I think it's good the kids know all about the extinguishers now. It takes out the curiosity and fear and replaces it with empowerment. Plus, they didn't even realize they were learning because it was so much fun!!

Here's a bonus picture of Max, who is not fire extinguisher certified. He got a hair cut and a new shirt (it spells "WILD ONE"). I think it suits him well. Ha!

Loving Living Legends

If they were able to collect a commission, then the BYU performers we watched last night would be ranked with the professionals! They delivered a top-notch performance in Anchorage, and it was just as amazing as I remembered it from my own college days more than 15 years ago. 

The kids loved it, too, and it's so fun to see them grow up and appreciate such classy entertainment. It was Scotty's first live show (that he remembers -- one time I took him to a live performance of A Christmas Carol when he was a baby). 

Immediately after the show, even though the cast was sweaty and tired, they greeted the audience in the hallways for pictures and conversation. It was truly a night to remember!

Annual Mother's Day Photo

We didn't have time to take this picture before church, so this is after three hours of church, lunch, two hours of playing (partial change of clothes for Max), and two hours of a piano recital. Frankly, I'm surprised that even I could pull off a smile! Just kidding! I love this little clan, even after a long day. ❤️

Just For Grant