We took our annual trip to the Trapp Family Lodge in Stowe, VT with Grandma DeRogatis. We visited all of our favorite spots including the Ben & Jerry's factory, Burlington, the Cider Mill, the Lake Champlain chocolate factory and the shops in downtown Stowe. This year Emma made a bear "Pearl" at the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory. Emma and Joe loved the renovated fitness center, especially the pool. Grandma & Emma had tea at the Lodge and we all enjoyed lots of time playing outdoors.
Emma & Joe at Ben & Jerry's. Emma & Grandma at Tea (below).
Today Emma & I went to the Kresge Art Museum on the MSU campus to watch a Tibetan monk create a sand mandala. We were not allowed to take photos of the mandala so Emma found a ceramic art chair that is available for sitting for a photo of herself. This photo is titled "Emma sits in a ceramic chair at the art museum."
Joe's first party was on Monday morning with his preschool class at Pinecrest Elementary School. There is nothing quite as good as birthday cupcakes at 10:30 AM. In the afternoon Joe & Emma played with Joe's new toys.
This morning we went to the Harris Nature Center to celebrate Earth Day. Emma rode a pony named Emma. There were plenty of games, crafts, and plantings. Joe's petunia is now transplanted in Emma's garden.
Emma has finally graduated from a car seat to a booster seat. She is delighted! Since Emma has moved up, Joe is now is Emma's less restrictive car seat. Joe' s new seat allows him to practice yoga while riding in the car (as seen in photo).