Waiting is the hardest part

Seriously, let's get the icing out here and get these cupcakes inside me. 

Mythical creatures

Grandmom and Pop took us down to the Academy of Natural Sciences this week to see the latest exhibit -- mythical creatures. They were a little crazier than the things we usually see at the zoo.

The Kraken was Jonathan's favorite, because the tentacles were taller than him. 

The Chinese dragons were a lot of fun too, but Grandmom said we couldn't take one home. Something about not knowing what to feed them. Frankly, I expected better from a dietitian.

Pool buddies

Always make sure you have one close by, for safety. 

Family portrait, 2019

If it's Easter Sunday, it's time again to show off how good we look together. 

Bonus picture: Here's all the grandkids with Grandmom and Pop Shane. I know, I'm surprised we stood still long enough for a nice picture too.

Easter prep

These eggs aren't going to dye themselves, you know. 

 I think the blue ones taste the best, but these really could use a little more sugar.

Bottle rockets

Last week was bottle rocket design day at Cub Scouts. Let's see how they fly: 

Wow, that's higher than I expected, and with just a little water and a bike pump. I guess you don't need rocket fuel. 

Still gotta dance

What's more fun than dancing? Dancing and snorting.

It's a jungle out there

Remember that play I said we were doing at school? This week was curtain's up for our performance. And we nailed it, naturally. 

I was with the hyenas. The role required a lot of laughing at nothing, which isn't easy. But, at least I mastered my line. 

Of course, we had our own song too. 

And at the end I got to thank my costume designer for her excellent work. I'd say it was a pretty successful run for the show. 

 

Blockbuster idea

I think it's a pretty faithful interpretation of the movie. I mean, I haven't seen it, but I have seen the poster.

Track and field, 2019

I'm back on the spring track team this year, which means a new set of meets and a whole lot of different events. Here I am doing my best javelin toss. 

And here's a look at my first 100-meter dash of the year:

And here I am for the 400-meter later on. It's the longest I've ever run at a meet, so I was pretty proud to make it to the end. 

Dad says he'll keep track of my times to see if I improve over the season. I'm pretty sure I will.

Costume fitting day

Grandmom Shane found out I'm going to be a hyena in my upcoming school play, so she got to work immediately. It's nice to have a personal expert tailor in the family. Everyone should get one. 

New ballet shoes

A girl has to have the right equipment for the job. These pick shoes will do nicely. See?