Let the Gardening Games Commence

Kyle had been itching to try out his green thumb and build us a beautiful backyard garden to supplement our meals.  So, that's just what he did.

Eleanor, Grammy, and Papaw even helped with the planting.

We can't wait for spring to bring our flowers, fruits, and vegetables to life.  Then, we'll be able to try out the "farm to table" approach to eating and cooking.

Air and Space Museum

Walking with Grammy and Papaw

The rain was still ceaseless, and since the Cherry Blossom Kite Festival got cancelled due to inclement weather, we drove out to Dulles to explore the Udvar-Hazy National Air and Space Museum.  On the trip out there, we got caught in snow flurries, which were a wonderful treat for Grammy, especially since it was her birthday!

While at the museum, we chased Eleanor ALL AROUND the building's perimeter and into every nook and cranny.  During this wild goose toddler chase, we squeezed in a couple glances here and there of some interesting aircraft including planes of all colors and sizes and even a space shuttle.  

Eleanor really enjoyed seeing the museum and spending the day there with Grammy and Papaw.  In fact, I think she may now even have aspirations to be a pilot or astronaut when she grows up.  Aviator Eleanor does have a nice ring to it!

Pointing at the Airplanes

Checking Out the Gun Case

Hearing, Seeing, Touching

When it rained and rained and rained all day, we opted for some sensory play!  Nannie J. Lee Recreation Center's sensory room in Old Town was the perfect indoor refuge from the dark clouds and mud last weekend.  

Eleanor was especially entertained by the tubes of light, bubble mat, pretend car (and steering wheel), and wall of gadgets.  Since everything was toddler-friendly, Eleanor got to explore independently, which she LOVED.

Even the adults joined in the fun with Grammy on the water bed, Papaw on the vibrating chair, and Kyle on the swing.  As for me, I liked seeing all the light designs!

I'm predicting we'll be back to visit Nannie J. again soon, rainy day or not!

Can you spot Grammy and Papaw?

The "Gadget Wall"

Pressing Buttons to Change the Colors on the Pillars

Who's that baby girl?

Tossing the Laughing Ball

Handprint in Needles

Relaxing on the Vibrating Chair

Monday Off

Guess the luck from St. Patrick's Day rolled right over into Monday in the form of a snow day.

Green Everywhere

We bundled up in the warmest green garments we could find and enjoyed a front row seat for D.C.'s national St. Patrick's Day parade!

Clapping for the Marching Band

Irish Wolfhound

Irish Terrier

1 of a Million Irish Dancer Clubs

E asked for the glasses and put them on herself.

E loved waving to everyone in the parade.

Tootsie Roll Goodness