Beatles and Breakfast

The kids were listening to music during breakfast this morning. I came in the kitchen and the boys had the Beatles on YouTube. Breakfast and Beatles.:} I attempted a picture - but, it didn't quite catch the scene completely. Jonny asked Rachel if she knew who was singing and she responded correctly saying it was the Beatles. I think she might have looked.
Later Jonny said that listening to their songs is like each time you have a new favorite movie..."THIS one is now my favorite.". Good times.

Remote Control Truck

The kids tried out the remote control truck again today. I attempted to get a couple of pictures of Rachel driving it. She was thrilled and loving the experience. I love that she likes technology. She likes to see how things work. She's always coming up with ideas for machines and the things that they could do.
Jonny drove for a bit too. He did more of driving it around and figuring out what he could do with the remote. He attempted a snow bank - didn't work out so well. Rachel preferred to have the truck go the length of the driveway before turning it around and having it come back again. Fun to see the difference in the way the kids do things.

Evening Happenings

The boys had an etiquette dinner and dancing event for Young Men tonight. They had their combined activity with the Young Women. They actually survived and might have even had a good time. They attempted to dress a little nicer than usual. I think I have some good looking kids.
The girls and I were home while the boys went and did their thing. We had a simple dinner. The girls spent most of their time finger knitting. Fun stuff.

Taking Initiative

The boys are watching the Science of Dr. Who right now. It's interesting to me the different things they find that cover so many different topics. I'm glad they attempt to find a variety of things to explore. Well, there's variety - but, they also have their favorite topics that get a little more time. I love that they initiate so much of their learning. I feel like it's understood and remembered better when it's something they're interested in and they're ready to take it in.

Undefeated

The boys had a basketball game tonight with the Young Men. They have a 'season' every winter with the stake. They came home tonight and said they are still undefeated. They're only two games in - but, it's a lot better than the times they'd come home and say how many points they were down at the end of the game. I think it's made a difference that they've played together for awhile - and they're all getting older. They're bigger and not quite as awkward as they used to be. I'm glad they're having the experience. The girls and I will need to go sometime.