Our snow is gone and the garden preparation has begun! This was the last week of school before Spring Break for the kiddos and the kiddos are excited to do NOTHING (well...there will be a few chores and outings ;) We hope our family and and friends are doing well - we are sending good thoughts to all!
Addie and Saffron relaxing
Amy and Addie had to get up early on Saturday morning (Addie was not please) so that we could attend the Expanding Your Horizons Conference at Cornell University.
Completing a scavenger hunt - Addie is in front of the Rachel Carson card and the clue referenced the her book "Silent Spring" - which linked the use of insecticides and harm to the environment (including insect pollinators, pets, and people).
The main room of the Conference had various tables set up with demonstrations and we learned about fluid dynamics, damselflies, mechanical energy, and plant genetic modification (and sensors) that allows the plants to communicate with humans - which would be helpful with knowing when moisture or nutrients are needed.
Addie could not believe the taxidermized birds on display.
On Sunday, Amy and Addie "petted the pets" with Denise while the boys cleaned up the gardens (and dog poop).
Gorgeous crocus
