Sunday, January 17, 2010

Heat Wave

Nothing like a few weeks of sub-zero temperatures to make you appreciate anything above freezing! We've had a lovely week with temperatures even reaching into the 40's, so of course we had to take advantage. I took Benjamin and Peter to the Zoo on Friday, and we had a good time in the Reptile and Ape Houses before heading over to the Discovery Room.

Peter was fascinated with this snake, and stayed here for a long time, saying "Ssss!"
Benjamin especially enjoyed the monkeys.
And the boys were friends here for about 3.2 seconds before Peter pulled away. I thought it was a cute moment. Peter loved the Moon Sand tables in the Discovery Room!
Benjamin did too. He also loved the conductor's hat he found among the dress ups.
On Saturday, it was warm enough for a little time the playground, so we all headed out. Benjamin had a good time climbing.
Peter had fun on the slides.
And everyone was happy to get some fresh air!


On an unrelated note, I gave my first Sharing Time lesson today in Primary. Secretaries usually get out of that kind of stuff, but the system has been revamped this year, so I'll be giving a lesson every month now. Even though I stress out way more than I should about this kind of thing (like losing sleep over it for several nights in a row), it was good. I'm really glad to have the opportunity to teach again. I think I've needed it.

2 comments:

Mirien said...

I just was called into primary again (1st counselor) and teaching sharing time is my favorite thing to do! (although I'm usually always still stressing about it on Saturday night) It's always such a great feeling when it turns out well, isn't it?

Marliese said...

I, too, am serving in the Primary presidency (my first time), and I understand the Sharing Time anxiety. If it bombs, or isn't long enough...there is nowhere to hide. You are running the show! It can be fun though.

We did not interpret the new guidelines to include secretaries in the teaching schedule....interesting. I'll have to mention that. :)

And good for you to get out in the balmy weather. We've had a few nice days as well, but unlike you, we still have huge piles of snow everywhere, so playground playing is not happening yet. Oh well.

Looks like a fun zoo!