Spring Break

 We are celebrating Spring Break at our house this week. 

We have been blessed with a few nice days so far and we are getting out and enjoying it as much as possible.

Andy took a few days of vacation as well so he could study for his final board exams (yeah!) which he takes this Thursday.

Friday afternoon was cold and windy, so we spent some time at the Lewis and Clark Expedition Museum.  

Much of the content was too advanced for the kids' ages, but they liked seeing all the pictures and hearing the story. 

On Sunday, we enjoyed a low key day at home.

Marie wanted to dye eggs for Easter but Bennett politely refused, "No thanks." 

We all took our turns asking him to join but he was much to interested in his own plans. 

 Actually, I think Marie enjoyed the alone time for the activity

On Monday we spent the day at the zoo in Omaha. 

It was a nice day so we took our time strolling through many of the exhibits and enjoying a picnic lunch.

 

 Favorites this time were the penguins, lions and tigers, rhinos, and the sharks.

 Brooks handled the trip so well. He really liked the giraffes and was kicking his legs and sticking his tongue out at them.

 After the zoo we grabbed some ice cream for the road and headed back home. 

All kids fell asleep for much of the ride after the busy day.

 Tuesday was a day at home.

We are doing many projects as we get ready to move.

Andy has been painting furniture, we have been purchasing furniture, I have bedding for everyone purchased, and we are constantly weeding through things in the house.
The kids and I took a break to go to the library for story time while Andy studied and we all went to the park to enjoy the 80 degree weather. 

We hope the rest of the week is just as nice so we can continue to enjoy the break from reality!