February Crafts and Outings

 Things feel like they are slowly getting back to normal around here. Thankfully, our numbers in South Dakota have really decreased and we are back to around 150 new cases a day. We did open the ASC on Monday, and it felt so good to be back. Of course some of the newness has worn off, and some of the irritating things have popped up again, but overall, it's amazing to be back. 

I have also been taking a few more trips with the kids lately. Last weekend I brought them both to the Washington Pavillion for a free carnival, and last night we went to the first Friday event and went to the Kirby Science Center for free. The kids had a really fun time, but there were so many people there it got pretty loud and crowded pretty quickly. 

Today, Emma and I ran a couple errands. We went to the library to swap out some books, and the we went to Hobby Lobby. We bought some Valentine's Crafts and also a Valentine gift to mail to Elena. It was pretty fun. In the afternoon, the kids and I worked on Valentine crafts. We had a great day.  It was freezing cold out today. I think the high was 4 degrees, and it was really windy, so it was a great day to be inside. 

Right now, everyone is showered, in their jammies, eating popcorn, and we are watching Abominable. It's a pretty special evening,  Family bonding time!

Tomorrow is super bowl Sunday. After church, we have some food to make, and then we are heading over to Hinners to watch the game. The kids are really excited to go there to watch the game, it should be really fun!

Not too much else has been happening around here. We seem to stay busy with all the school work, basketball practice, trips to the gym, and just general busyness. This week we are gearing up for the school Valentine's Party on Friday. The kids have already bought their Valentines and treats, and they can't wait to exchange them at school. I love holidays with kids. 

Well, tomorrow I am cheering for the Chiefs to win their second consecutive Super Bowl against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. But really, I am planning on watching some great commercials and eating some good food. I love Super Bowl Sunday!

Emma and I baked a fondant heart cake 

Brownie waffles