Making Tea Biscuits

Today Henri helped his mom make tea biscuits for her work. We selected a 1933 simple recipe that had only a few ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt, butter and milk). Henri really enjoys baking and ended up doing most of the mixing, and kneading on his own.

Hamilton Museum of Steam and Technology

On Wednesday April 12th Henri went out on a GHG field trip to the Hamilton Steam Museum. The 19th century public works building houses two 45-foot high, 70-ton steam engines, and the oldest surviving Canadian made machines. Henri enjoyed the hands on tour, and learning about simple machines such as lever, pulley, wheel and axle.

Easter Family Gathering

We enjoyed the 4 day holiday weekend relaxing at home, dying Easter eggs, and having dinner with family on Sunday. Henri always enjoys seeing and playing with his cousins. With the warm weather our yard was filled with many birds and chipmunks, surely a sign of spring.

A Greener World

On April 5th Henri attended 'A Greener World' library program. Rob Johnson, Wellington County's Green Legacy tree expert read his favourite story, The Lorax and each participant planted a red oak seed. Henri was lucky enough to win a copy of the book, and the following day we went to see the new Dr. Seuss movie.

House Renovation

The room addition is progressing at an amazing pace. Henri is carefully watching them work and learning about each stage of construction (demolition, excavation, pouring the foundation, and framing the new room). Tristan & Henri had to climb up the ladder yesterday, through the window with the electrician to decide where to put the outlets, lights and heater.

Sleeping Beauty

Henri enjoyed seeing his two cousins, Sheena & Kate in their school performance of Sleeping Beauty. They both played one of the good fairies (Flora, Fauna and Merryweather). The production had a great storyline, wonderful music and nice lighting, props and costumes.

Justin's Visit

Henri's cousin Justin came for a couple of days during March Break. It was perfect weather for the trampoline, feeding the swans, and a bonfire. It was a great time to clear away the branches and small logs from the lawn. The visit was timed with the beginning of our home renovation.