Random updates...

• This is the first time I've been on the computer since last week!  I just don't have much free time if I do what I need to do (i.e. laundry, dishes, cleaning the house....etc.etc.!). 
• The kids and I have been exercising every morning this week and I hope its the start of a new routine for us.  They could actually play while I walk, but they usually like to walk too.  We seem to be more productive when we start the day this way. 
• Tumbling class is good.  Emilynn is the only one who wants to do it after the first class.  We've been twice.  She does pretty well at it.  I don't know if we'll keep it up because I don't like another night with an activity!  Swimming is during the day which is nice. 
• Speaking of swimming, we are back in the full swing of lessons.  My fingers are crossed that the pool will stay fixed! 
• Dance is winding down, with recital in a month.  We got our costume (it's so cute!) and all of the other stuff we need for recital.  We will enjoy a break this summer from dance.  I think Emmy will do it again in the fall, but that has not been determined!  She says no sometimes, yes others.  We'll see.  It will be on Mondays in the fall, which will be a change for us. 
• We are loving the warm weather!  The kids are outside most all of the day.  It helps keep the house cleaner and I think just puts everyone in a better mood.  We are not stuck inside on top of each other. 
• Our new chickens are laying great!  We are back in eggs which makes me so happy.  I was worried once we let them out to roam that it would mess up our egg situation, with the "old" chickens not wanting to roost in the coop.  It has been ok so far.  5 sleep in the coop, 3 sleep on the dog pen.  Whatever works! 
• I will post the homemade shampoo recipe soon-I am giving it mixed reviews.  As with most "natural" products, I think it takes some getting used to! 
• The kids' backpacks came this week-they are so cute!  They are so thrilled with them!  Next, I need to order lunch boxes. 

Well, I am off to get stuff done before swim class!