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Summer - Week 1

We are still trying to stay home more than usual, but we are also feeling more comfortable running errands and enjoying time with friends - all of which happened this week!  In fact, Delaney even went over to Jenna's house for one afternoon to play.  And they stayed outside the whole time!  As far as the virus is concerned, the governor moved more control to the local counties this week.  This means that each county will determine how and when to reopen.  Most businesses are currently open, although with limitations in place.  Unfortunately, the Hillsboro Pool will be closed all summer, which is currently causing a big uproar...

Speaking of pools, we helped Grammy and Papa open theirs this week - an annual event!  We took the pool cover off, scrubbed and washed it, and got out the outdoor furniture to set around the yard.  This was by far the coolest day we've ever done this - I think! 



We have definitely been enjoying our own produce, and since my broccoli was extremely early, we have enjoyed it without the fear of worms invading our meals!  I also cut my first head of cabbage for the summer, and our asparagus has been producing enough for 2-3 meals a week. A cool, wet spring, although not good for my mood, is just perfect for these early crops!
Green pasta



Caiden continues to work at the golf course a little more regularly - mowing and raking bunkers mostly!
I caught him in action while we were working at the pool.

On Thursday, I was really excited to watch the Spacex launch - the first launch from American soil in 10 years!  I watched on and off for 2 hours, and then with 16 minutes left until launch, they had to abort the whole thing because of weather.  Fast forward a few days, and their 2nd attempt was successful!  Cambry, Delaney, and I watched together, and it was so awesome!  There is just something about watching a space launch!  They say this is the beginning of a new era, where more people can fly into space.  I can assure you, I will never be on that list!



That was a pretty historic event, but the biggest news from the week is that Cambry turned l4! It was a very low-key celebration - just like she likes!  There were a few gifts from us and a visit from the grandparents and mentor.  I didn't realize how many people she shares a birthday with:  Mr. Taylor (her band teacher), Ivan (her great uncle across the road), and Lois and Alma (2 women from church - Lois called her in the morning). 

She isn't sure about this high school thing, although she is happy with her first three hours:  band, yearbook, and art.  She is also being brave by agreeing to be a manager for the VB team. Cambry is definitely not in a hurry to grow up, and in some ways, we are grateful for that!  We hope that she can explore some unique opportunities during high school as she continues to discover her own unique gifts and abilities.   We love you, Cambry!
New shirt to commemorate
this odd year

New headphones
New place to relax

Her mentor, Aileen, brought
over 2 delicious, beautifully-
decorated sugar cookies 
(still trying to distance)
Instead of a cake, she opted
for cream puffs.

 

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