Rendezvous, Butterflies and Bicycles

Rendezvous

Since Madison started fourth grade we have been hearing about Rendezvous. Mrs. Dunsworth has told the kids and parents about it. Other parents that have been before have told me that I really needed to go because it was the best field trip. Madison and I have been waiting for the day to finally come. Well Friday was the day and it was great. I could not believe what an ordeal it was. Everything was organized so well. What is Rendezvous? A day to discover and live Idaho history. There were about 30- 35different stations on various topics. We were not able to go to them all. We were able to go to the canon station, where they did a walk through of how to load a cannon. The cannon went off every 30 minutes. It was loud but exciting.

Abraham Lincoln was there to tell us about his life. He was the president that signed Idaho in as a state. He is the tallest president that American has ever had and almost died when he was 6. We learned a lot of interesting facts. We got to see what type of toys children played with in the 1800's. We got to see how to pack a wagon train. There was much more but I wouldn't want to bore everyone. Madison had a great time and will hopefully remember this day for awhile.

Butterflies

When we returned to school I was lucky enough to catch Allison's first grade class release there butterflies. Allison has been so excited about the project and has been telling us every detail for a couple of weeks now. All week she has been watching the weather to see if it would be the day that they release the butterflies. Well Friday was finally warm enough and not too much wind. It was fun to be there to see it.

Bicycles

Today Kevin got our little bike already for Ashley to ride she was so excited. I can't believe that she is growing up so fast. She had the best time riding her bike. She is such a wonderful little girl and has no fear. She just hoped on and started peddling away.