Today I learned...

baby oil gets silly putty out of hair.

Science Night!

The school science fair is always a must for Bayley. We got there a little late, and then Hayden tried to escape at the end, so it wasn't the best...but I do hope he enjoyed it. He liked looking at the experiments the 6th graders put together, and he LOVED the OMSI presentation...probably because there were explosions involved.

It was a great science overview, even if they had trouble seeing from the chairs. They had a parent light a hydrogen filled balloon...and then one with hydrogen and copper so it would be a different color, to show the kids the difference between a physical change and a chemical change.

Doughnut!

The boys made their trip to Krispy Kreme with Pop Pop...and Grace got her first doughnut!

Happy Easter!

The Easter Bunny brought baskets of goodies!! And as a bonus, the tooth fairy made an appearance thanks to Hayden losing his second tooth the night before.

Grace had her own Easter basket, but it was chocolate free, so she wanted Hayden's

The neighborhood egg hunt was in full effect!

The McCauley Easter brunch was great...Grace thought Aunt Betzy's new windows were the best part...Aunt Betzy won't think she's so cute when she has to clean all those fingerprints!!

Grace's first Easter was topped off with an egg cookie - well, it was Hayden's, but he left it on the table. What could she do but take a bite?

Eddie's 6th Birthday

I really need to look into having the boys birthday party someplace other than our backyard or the park. Eddie's party was much more relaxed and enjoyable. I usually spend teh pary running about like a kitchen and begging favors off of everyone I'm related to. But, the park party is something of a tradition, and we can afford it...





Anyway, the old school ice cream parlor was a big hit with all the kids. They got to make their own sundaes, but I think most of the kids were more impressed by the presents.



After the party, Bayley wanted to explore an alley that he'd found. Didja know the kid had never seen an alley? He'd read about them, and so wanted to see what they were all about. I must say, St. Helens has the cleanest alleys I have ever seen - thank goodness!

Easter Eggs

The weather held out so the neighborhood kids could dye eggs outside! Less mess to clean up. The boys had a great time...Bayley was thrilled that his fingers turned green. If only they'd actually eat hard boiled eggs.

Grace watched from her stroller for a while. The girl is completely against wearing socks.

Hayden's Jaguar Award

Hayden was recognized at the school assembly this morning. His teacher gave him the 'white glove award' for helping with clean up. He does love to help, I just never knew it was with cleaning!!

Blueberry Muffin

Bayley wanted blueberry muffins...and I figured Grace could give it a try...

she ate the whole thing!

The Day of Uncle Dan!

Spring Break went out on a high note for the boys. Uncle Dan took them to see Monsters & Aliens - on opening weekend! Bayley was quite impressed with the movie. He said it was better than Bolt & Kung Fu Panda. There was a report the boys ate their volume in popcorn, but it has yet to be confirmed.

And then...they went to their first Trailblazers game! To make it extra special, and much easier to park, they took the train in. Jeff wanted the experience complete, so they had 'dinner' at the game. Hot dogs, fries, and ice cream.

They left a bit early, it seemed Hayden's tummy was hurting.

And now...for the Hayden photo-logue

UNCLE DAN'S CAR

RIDING THE MAX

AT THE GAME

...and my own personal note...Grace will steal your biscuit. Consider yourselves warned.

Out and About in Portland

While Mom & Grace were at the doctor, the boys had a day out with Grandma Bobbie. She tried her best to wear them out with a hike at Powell Butte. It didn't work, but they do want to go back. The thrill of the hike was finding dog poop, and taking pictures of people cutting through the field instead of taking the trail. Bayley thought we should send the photo to the police so the offenders could be arrested.

After hiking, they trekked to the famed Voodoo Doughnut. The boys tucked into those right quick! There was an m&m covered doughnut, a chocolate covered, sprinkles, a traditional buttermilk...and then the more creative froot loop covered, cocoa puff coated, and one dusted in a spicy orange powder. Too fun! Maybe next time we'll get the Bacon Maple Bars!