On Monday, Indigenous People’s Day, we went to the science museum. We went via rail, which was a big hit with the kids. Maybe more than the museum, which was a big hit too. On the way back home, we stopped for lunch. There was quite a bit of walking involved.
On Sunday, Maren jetted off to the Left coast. LA to be specific, for a conference. She was able to say goodbye to Declan, but for some reason Wyatt overslept and missed her departure. He seemed confused about just what happened afterwards. First up on the day’s agenda was Declan’s soccer practice. We all stood around cheering him on, while trying to keep Wyatt entertained. Practice was held on the grounds of a local school and afterwards we all walked around the building to a playground. Amazingly Wyatt kept up. It was a little scary watching him climb around while Declan and the other boys were bouncing around. Eventually, we adjourned to lunch at the Rising Eagle, a local establishment that has long been a favorite for David and Maren. Wyatt was able to demonstrate his love for Mac and cheese. Both to eat and to wear. Home again, then naps, which I took advantage of to do a grocery run. When I got back again everyone was up. Taking advantage of the last hour of daylight, we headed over to Stone Zoo. The mountain lions posed beautifully.
Yesterday, we began the day with a strategy of divide and conquer. Maren and Anne took Declan to Mini-All Stars at the Y. This is a gym class that features a round robin of different sports each week, like basketball or soccer. Declan enjoys these classes and participates well. Meanwhile, Dave and I took Wyatt to the library. Not much reading occurred, because there were so many fine toys there to play with. Eventually, Declan Et al. arrived and we all went to lunch. We walked to Zuru Zuru Ramen and got some Japanese fusion. After lunch it was nap time. After nap we met Maren’s brother Luke and his wife Billy for family photos. With Billy as the photographer Wyatt and Declan mugged for the camera, while Maren and David played a supporting role. After the park we all returned home, where Luke and Billy entertained the boys until dinner.
