Minnesota Fun

When we left Arizona temperatures in Minnesota were in the negative digits.  It didn't seem right leaving the warm 70's but the plane was packed so we weren't the only crazy people.  For a week we took care of our grandchildren while Lisa and David vacationed in Atlanta.  I don't know how Lisa does it - Eileen and I were on the run constantly starting at 6:15 AM taking Gunnar and Qatar to Seminary. 

Thankfully by the end of the week, the weather warmed into the 40's and one day in the 50's.  That did not last long and we are back to highs in the 30's.  I also got to help Amanda by being a judge for two Science Fairs which was quite interesting.  We are now back in our house and somewhat restricted on our activities with no car and ice everywhere.  Amanda also had me judge another Science Fair this week but then an unexpected judge showed so I went to work on some of her many school projects. 

Line up for our balloon creations

Then last night was the Banfield Elementary School Carnival.  Lisa picked us up at 4:30 PM to help her set up as she was doing balloon creations.  Little did I know I would be blowing up hundreds of balloons and making swords and octopus balloon creations.  We started a little before 5 PM and a little after 7 PM Lisa called an end to making balloon creations even though we had quite a line up.  All of our hands were very sore as it was non-stop blowing and twisting.  Lisa provides all the balloons and equipment free to the carnival so the school gets a good return on her donation.