Sun is back (temporarily)

Yesterday and today (tuesday and wednesday) have both been sunny and mild. Such a nice change from the rain of last week!

Yesterday the girls and I sunned ourselves on the terrace, did some fun homeschooling assignments and just enjoyed being together. Cami and I made paper dolls and then drew pictures of the scenery around the apartments and tried to guess what the other person drew. Cami, Hailey & Ellie gave their miniature dolls baths on the deck--each girl had her own "tub" with soapy water to wash in. This was a big hit (and a big mess!). Later in the afternoon we took our first walk (mom & girls w/o help) to the bread shop across the street for incidentals. Maisie rode in the backpack while the other girls held hands as we made our way to and from the store. Everyone did great! They were rewarded for their good behavior and following my directions when we got back (each girl picked out a treat from the store and I told them they could eat it when we got home if they did well on our little walk).

Today it has been a little cooler and cloudier, but still mostly sunny so that is nice. Mark checked the extended forecast and it is supposed to be clouds and rain (indefinitely--ugh!). Needless to say, we are praying that system will blow over quickly. I know, I know. We're from Oregon and we shouldn't be phased by this, but being in a little apartment with not a lot of room for the kids to run around is pretty challenging here and I think the pregnacy hormones are causing me to feel more depressed without the sun shining (which is how I felt last week).

Sorry that there aren't pictures to post this time. I may get some in tonight when Mark is home, so check this post again later if you want...

Thanks for keeping us in your prayers and for following along on our days here in Massa. Friends and family, we miss you and love you all!