So, we've been in Blenheim eight weeks now and I think we're feeling pretty settled. I just read my last update and I said we were feeling settled then, but now I know that we're really in our regular routine with me working, Lincoln in daycare and the school breaks over until summer.
Lincoln, Sophie and Ayla have all started swim lessons. Sophie was reluctant at first, but is loving it! She's getting braver with each lesson and will soon be swimming like a fish! Ayla is proud of her ability to bob in and out of the water many times with out plugging her nose. Lincoln has loved our unstructured time at the pool, going on the slide and doing whatever he wants. Lessons, on the other hand, are a different story. He has cried through the first two and screams to get out of the pool. I had assumed he would love it, so it's a little discouraging, but we're not quitting! He usually starts out happy and laughing, but after about 5-7 minutes he's done. The lesson is only half an hour, so we make it through, but it's not pleasant. I'm hoping it's not how all the next 7 lessons go.
Corinne was nominated for a leadership camp this summer. She can choose the focus she wants, whether it be academic, athletic or arts. She is choosing arts and is excited to go in August for her first week of overnight camp. She also received a "Roars" award at school, which is given to several kids each month who showed a characteristic the school was focusing on. They also have what's called "genius hour" where the kids are given an hour once a week to do a focused research project on their choosing. Corinne studied sleep and learned some really interesting stuff, including different kinds of dreams.
Sophie went to her first birthday party by herself. Normally, she wants me to stay with her, but I had an event at The Underground Fit Club I needed to be at for work. I prepped her for being by herself, without trying to scare her, and she was determined to do it. When I picked her up the mom said Sophie stayed by herself and watched for about half an hour, then joined in. She didn't want to go home when I got there, so that's a good sign. She's even talking about wanting to do an overnight camp this summer, so we'll see.
We're loving the beach being a 30 second car ride away (or a short walk/bike ride). We went the other day and after being dared by Corinne to go under, Ayla did it and came out screaming! Lincoln was mesmerized by a horse who was walked down to the beach with his owner. It's the first time he's seen a horse up close and he loved it!
As far as work goes, Trevor and I are both really enjoying Extraordinary Life Chiropractic. My schedule is perfect to be able to maximize my time with the kids. Trevor is working long hours right now getting everything up and running with Dr. Jamie. The Underground Fit Club is open and Trevor is excited about coaching classes.
We're looking forward to visits from both Grandma Gay and Grandma Connie this summer. Teacher friends of mine will also be coming for a few days with their kiddos. We've done some exploring and found lots of great places to go camping, so we're excited about that. We're still calling all friends and family to book their visit! We'd love to see you!! :)
