Packing up

Well, one week and counting until we get possession of our new house. Packing and organizing is in full force. Luckily we have a week of overlap between the two houses, so if we are not totally ready by moving day, we've got some wiggle room.

Eli's been 'helping' to pack as well but unfortunately that means more undoing than doing. I hope he finds it to be an adventure.

Model Train Show

Last weekend Eli and I checked out the model train show while Brent hit his first round of golf for the season. Yes, Golf season is here! I've seen a lot of Lake Bonavista men decked out in their golf gear this week.

I couldn't believe how busy the train show was. I had no idea it was such a popular hobby. We just went for something to do, and because Eli is really into all forms of transportation right now. The displays were very intricate, I'm sure I have no appreciation for how much time must have gone into them. There were steam trains, bullet trains, c-trains, lego trains, mini trains, large trains. Eli enjoyed watching them all, although it was hard on my arms because everything was at adult level so I had to hold him for most of the time.

My favorite - a mini Tim Hortons display. I think it would be more realistic if the line was about 10 times longer though.

This entire display was made of lego.

Bus ride

Our plans fell through this morning, so for fun we decided to go on a bus ride. We walked to the bus station and took a short ride. We stopped at Tim Hortons (or "Bortons" according to Eli) for some timbits to go, and walked home afterwards. Eli loves the bus, so I knew he would love to ride on it. When it was our turn to get off, as I was unloading the stroller he shouted "more!" and ran back to our seat. It was a fun adventure, I think next time we'll try a longer route.

Waiting patiently at the bus stop, he was very excited.

He requested to sit at the front

He said "uh oh" every time the bell for someone to get off rang, and said "bye bye lady" as each woman got off.

Butterfield Acres

We headed out to Butterfield Acres last week. I hadn't been there since I was in elementary school. It sure is different than I remember it being. What a fun place! There was so much to do from Pony rides, to petting animals, tractor pulled wagon rides, playground, even 2 huge sandboxes with lots of trucks. They had free wagons, so Eli got to cruise around while I pulled him, I think that was one of his favorite parts along with all the tractors and trucks to see. All in all, a little bit chilly but a very fun morning.

Who doesn't love to pet a lamb?

If only his feet were a few inches longer.

Woah!

Driving the tractor - he didn't want to get off.

And the sun finally came out at the end of our trip :)

My boys

I can't resist posting this. A cute picture of my boys :)

Two little monkeys

Eli and Evelyn are so lucky to have a cousin the exact same age. They are always very excited to see eachother. We took a bike ride to the park a few weeks ago and they had lots of fun!

Sharing pretzels in the chariot. It's cozy in there!

How often does the person on the other side weigh the same as you?

For Brent

Today Eli and I headed downtown to pick something up at City Hall. Eli enjoyed the train ride and Brent didn't want to miss out on seeing Eli on the train, so here you go Brent...just like you were there! Eli even had a little conversation with an intoxicated man, luckily he only rode the train for 1 stop. Eli must have sensed something wasn't quite right because he sure snuggled right into me while the man was talking to him. The picture above is Eli in front of one of the old centre street bridge Lions, I didn't realize how huge they are.