Alma, James, and I went to see the musical Cats, which was fun, slightly confusing ("what are they saying?"), and a delight. I have not been to many musicals (not that I've wanted to, honestly) and wanted the kids to be exposed to this art form. It was an entertaining afternoon, but, more than that, it was a fun way to spend the day together since even the drive to Philly and finding parking is fun with these two.
The last few months have been full and fun. With the kids taking on new after-school activities (soccer for James; violin lessons for Alma) and my expanded work role, our weekdays have been a bit hectic. So we've been taking it slow on the weekends -- enjoying each other and the small pleasures in the area.
Recent delights: Eagles in the Superbowl, walking with Nana and Grandpa at the Tyler Arboretum (finding and catching peepers), a day trip to Philly to the Natural Science Museum and Reading Terminal Market, swimming and dinner on campus, maple syrup exploration with Nana, Grandpa, and the Thompson (followed by bowling and pinball playing), Alma's Valentine's Day cake, trips to Philly as part of a class I'm helping to coordinate, and Grandpa hanging out with James and completing some Dungeons and Dragon's artwork.
Not shown: Nana spending the day with Alma (mani-pedi!), great climbing days at the local gym, playing Dungeons and Dragons as a family, lots of playdates/parties/a super fun school dance for Alma, and lots of playing with the kittens in the house.
