Brother Bear was the VIP this week. He got to tell all about himself, share his baptismal outfit, lead the class line, and had several special guests eat lunch with him. What a wonderful week of celebrating Brother.
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Going Back in Time
Sister's class went on an overnight field trip to Pioneer Farm (a hands on 1887 homestead). I was lucky enough to get to chaperon this trip.
Our first hurdle to overcome was the outhouse. No toilets on this farm. Everyone had to use these outhouses for the entire 24 hours we were there.
Next up, a real wagon ride. Jack, the horse, was a good sport and gave us quite an exciting ride.
The kids had to line up the "Pioneer Way". Girls and boys in separate, straight lines to head into the school house.
Time for a lesson in the school house.
Girls had to stand and curtsy when called upon.
Now, it's time to get in the right clothes for the 1887. Please note, Sister's bonnet is tied in the middle. On one side would show she was married, the other she was looking for a suiter. Sister is not either.
We're ready to do some "chores". Sister is grinding some cornmeal.
Laundry time!
Sister chops some carrots.
Chopping some cabbage.
Rolling the bread dough.
House chores are done, now we're off on a nature hike to learn about all the helpful and dangerous plants and trees in the area.
Then, they used hand drills to make "moon spinners" (a pioneer toy).
Look! The moon spinners work.
Time to do some of the chores in the barn. First up, milking Rain, the cow. She is one PATIENT animal!!!
Then, to the Blacksmith shop. Who needs a horseshoe? 
The girls waiting for the boys to finish changing after our last trip to the outhouses before bedtime.
Morning has broken, and the chores begin. Here is Sister sweeping out the wood shop.
After our morning chores, we were given a tour of a couple of the homes that were still set up from the 1880's by the owner (and granddaughter of the original settlers of this land).
Six people lived in this house. This is the main floor. The top floor was just mattresses that everyone slept on. It was two rooms total!
Time to tour the Ohop Village across the street.
In the Winter camp, the kids did all sorts of crafts and games including making bracelets the Ohop way.
In the Spring and Summer camp, the kids learned all the types of plants to collect as well as fun games.
Sister sports friendship marks to show she is an approved guest of the tribal chief.
Sister shoots a flat bow to see if she'd be a good hunter for the tribe.
In the Fall camp, Sister works on making some arrow heads and worked on a canoe.
Finally, it's time to head back to 2011 where we enjoy real toilets and beds. Thank you Pioneer Farm for the chance to experience the 1880's.
Our first hurdle to overcome was the outhouse. No toilets on this farm. Everyone had to use these outhouses for the entire 24 hours we were there.
Next up, a real wagon ride. Jack, the horse, was a good sport and gave us quite an exciting ride.
The kids had to line up the "Pioneer Way". Girls and boys in separate, straight lines to head into the school house.
Time for a lesson in the school house.
Girls had to stand and curtsy when called upon.
Now, it's time to get in the right clothes for the 1887. Please note, Sister's bonnet is tied in the middle. On one side would show she was married, the other she was looking for a suiter. Sister is not either.
We're ready to do some "chores". Sister is grinding some cornmeal.
Laundry time!
Sister chops some carrots.
Chopping some cabbage.
Rolling the bread dough.
House chores are done, now we're off on a nature hike to learn about all the helpful and dangerous plants and trees in the area.
Then, they used hand drills to make "moon spinners" (a pioneer toy).Look! The moon spinners work.
Time to do some of the chores in the barn. First up, milking Rain, the cow. She is one PATIENT animal!!!
Then, to the Blacksmith shop. Who needs a horseshoe? 
The girls waiting for the boys to finish changing after our last trip to the outhouses before bedtime.
Morning has broken, and the chores begin. Here is Sister sweeping out the wood shop.
After our morning chores, we were given a tour of a couple of the homes that were still set up from the 1880's by the owner (and granddaughter of the original settlers of this land).
Six people lived in this house. This is the main floor. The top floor was just mattresses that everyone slept on. It was two rooms total!
Time to tour the Ohop Village across the street.
In the Winter camp, the kids did all sorts of crafts and games including making bracelets the Ohop way.
In the Spring and Summer camp, the kids learned all the types of plants to collect as well as fun games.
Sister sports friendship marks to show she is an approved guest of the tribal chief.
Sister shoots a flat bow to see if she'd be a good hunter for the tribe.In the Fall camp, Sister works on making some arrow heads and worked on a canoe.
Finally, it's time to head back to 2011 where we enjoy real toilets and beds. Thank you Pioneer Farm for the chance to experience the 1880's.Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Happy Easter everyone!!!Getting ready for Easter!!!
We spent Saturday catching up on all our Easter preparations. We first painted and decorated the crowns of thorns (now empty of thorns as the kids did "good" deeds all of Lent to get rid of them).
Then, we made some yummy crowns of thorns (chocolate covered pretzels).
A delicious Easter cake (this is the first year we haven't had birthday cake still).
We used one of the crowns as a nest for our "peeps" since Easter is about rebirth and new life.
We colored eggs.
All ready for Easter tomorrow!!!
Then, we made some yummy crowns of thorns (chocolate covered pretzels). A delicious Easter cake (this is the first year we haven't had birthday cake still).
We used one of the crowns as a nest for our "peeps" since Easter is about rebirth and new life.We colored eggs.
All ready for Easter tomorrow!!!
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