March 1 2014
Maman was away studying physio in Toronto
for the weekend. On Saturday Papa brought the boys and Boots over for a play
day (well Papa got his hair cut too). As soon as they arrived, Samuel headed
for the trains and then played with some blocks. Sleepy David settled down for
a nap.
At lunch, after some soup and sandwiches, Grandpa and Sam
gathered up some fresh snow to make maple taffy. Grandpa and Papa discussed how
to boil maple syrup to the "soft ball" stage so it would be just
right for taffy twirling. It didn't take long! Yum!
Then it was time to dress warmly for a trip to the Wild Bird
Care Centre. The little chickadees were cooperative. But some big turkeys ran
away when we approached them.
Inside the Centre, some cormorants were enjoying sardines
for lunch. The boys were curious about all the birds and spent some time
checking them out.
We decided to take a hike to the pond (we'll have to go
again when the ice has turned to water).
Back home for a game, stories, supper and a bath. Time to go
home for a long night's rest.
