Shoveling

So, on Saturday morning we headed to the Maple Syrup Festival, where we had a great time.  Malachi created an unusual candle:

Then, we came home and got to work!  It was such a gorgeous day, so it was perfect for working outside.  All four kids helped me shovel dirt:

Lydia also put some in the black bags.  She planted potatoes in them, and set them out on the brick wall beside the driveway, where we hope they will thrive.

It looks much better already, though it will be a while before any plants are really thriving here.  When I said we could quit with the shoveling, the boys ran off, but Lydia stuck around to plant flower bulbs:

On Saturday evening, Nathaniel's parents stopped by on their way home from Florida.  After Mass on Sunday, the kids and I took Grandma to the zoo, while Nathaniel and his dad enjoyed golfing.