Spring Outing

K's class went on an outing to a park near the water this week. The parents were invited to come along, so I pulled AJ out of preschool, and we made it a family event (minus Timo, of course).



The three munchkins in front of the sign. They kept falling off the log, and this is the best picture I got of the three of them.

Entering the park



K's teacher, Danielle, telling everyone the plans for the day.



Morning snack



K with the sun in her face. It's kind of a strange expression she is wearing.



Danielle



H munching on an apple



After the snack, the kids gathered together to play some outdoor games.



K and her friend, Ines



K's classmate giving her strategical advice in the game.



A classmate and a mom playing a game.



Danielle telling everyone to be quiet so she could explain the rules for the Tips Promenade



My sweet AJ

While the kids were playing, I noticed a couple of swans on the water.



Sleeping swan



It finally woke up.

After the games, it was lunch-time. We sat down with our yogurt, sandwiches, apples, and (for the kids) chips. One of the kids had brought more food than he needed, and he offered some to others. Danielle got some and offered me a taste. It was kind of a couscous pancake/tortilla on either side of some ground beef with onions and some subtle spices. I thought it was really good and definitely different than what I am used to. Of course, at this point, I was wondering what kind of food it was. When I learned their family is from Iraq, I was pleased since I have never eaten food from that country.

After lunch, the kids enjoyed some free-play time.



K's classmates crowded together on a rocking boat

Danielle again.



K and her friend, Ines

The girls enjoyed sliding down this railing.

It was a fun day out, and I am thankful that the weather cooperated for us. We experienced snow earlier in the week, and I was dreading spending the day outside in bad weather. The boys fell asleep in the car, and K took a nap when we got home. I could have slept, too. All that fresh air wore me out. :)