A very quick overview of the last few weeks.  Reghan made a Leprechaun trap all by herself this year with the assistance of her little elves, Heath and Ashlyn for St. Patrick's Day.  First she drew up the plans of the obstacle course trap prior to construction.  Then the assembly, followed by thorough testing of the course till she felt confident she would be able to, "out trick the trickster."

Along the way, the kids have rediscovered our board games and realized the beauty of games held on the floor.

Then to a neighbors birthday party where Fido, who we think has to be 30 years old came by.  He's quite the neighborhood ambassador.  As it turns out, he's made his way into about half of the houses on the street at one time or another, ours included.

I travel to Las Vegas on occassion for work have have get to enjoy seeing one of my favorites, Beth (on the right) when I'm there.  On this trip, through Beth, I had the great pleasure to meet some remarkable women, like Joy and Christine (pictured), to name a few, who I also hope to see again soon. 

A Sunday morning exploratory venture in the backyard.  Required uniform - PJ's

Followed with a trip to a new park before swim lessons which proved to be quite exciting with new play structures, new trees for climbing, and new paths.

Ashlyn striking one of her many poses.

This particular park had great climbing trees.

However Ashlyn was very worried for her brother and sister and didn't like how hight they were getting.

But that didn't stop them from trying to go higher.

Then up the hill to the trail.  Of course we had to go through the dark shade cave before hitting the sun which led us to the "Valley of Nowhere".  And it really was.

 

Reghan moved up a level in swim lessons to Bat Ray.  Each time a swimmer moves up a level they get to ring the bell and all the instructors sing a special song.

Wrapping up with yet another game on the floor only this time they skipped the board and went straight for the iPad.