By George, we have had fun celebrating both Valentine's Day and Presidents' Day this year! The kids both had Valentine's parties last Thursday. Lots of food and lots of sugar made for two excited boys!
Henry and his teacher
Will's party was not til 1:20 in the afternoon.
His cookie was piled high! Fortunately, he didn't eat it all...
On Friday, my folks came over to watch the kids so Gene and I could go to dinner with some old friends. Before dinner, everyone got outside to play wiffle ball in the backyard. It was a beautiful day!
Gramma and Grampa came over on Valentine's Day and surprised us with broiled avocado cups (a favorite of mine) and an apple pie! What a sweet treat!
I didn't snap any photos, but Gene prepared a delicious beef tenderloin with port wine sauce for Valentine's dinner, and we served it alongside crusty ciabatta bread, a kale salad and steamed broccoli in the dining room. The four of feasted and enjoyed every minute of it!
On Monday, Henry's class presented "By George! A Presidential Play" for all the parents and extended family. We learned 49 fascinating facts about our first president and it was a fantastic way to kick of Presidents' Day. All the kids' lines included the phrase, "by George!"
One of Henry's lines: "By George, I loved my dogs! Their names were Madame Moose, Sweet Lips, True Love, Tippler, Taster, Searcher, Forester and Vulcan."
Afterwards, the kids enjoyed gingerbread (one of Washington's favorite desserts) and apple juice. By George, this teacher makes learning fun!
I hope your holiday weekend was full of sweet treats and treasured time with loved ones!
By George I think we will have fun seeing Mt. Vernon!!
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