Second Half of March Break

Yesterday I did a recap of the first part of our March Break - skiing in Quebec.  As I said in that post, the second part of our plans did not happen, and although I usually hate cancelling plans for weather, it was the best decision. We were able to save some of our vacation days and be productive at home.  One would think we also saved money but see Saturday's happenings, haha. For my own personal record keeping, I wanted to tell you what we got up to instead.

Wednesday - Dave and I both worked from home, and I did all of the laundry.  We thought about sending Q to the YMCA but instead decided he could sleep in and have a slow day at home. At this point we were still considering going up to the ski race, but found out we could cancel the hotel with only a small penalty, and also withdraw from the race without penalty, so we did just that.  

Thursday - We both went into the office and left a list of things for the kids to do that day.  In addition to getting dressed and eating breakfast, they needed to fold their laundry, tidy their rooms, practice their music, and walk up to No Frills to buy a few things.  I had put yoghurt on the list and E asked what kind so I sent him this.  They also got some pizza for their lunch.  We were very proud of them for getting their list done, and still having lots of time for movies and video games.  

I also had a surprise visit with Natasha, a fellow Canadian blogger. She was in the city for March Break and I messaged to find out what their plans were and they ended up being right downstairs from my office, so I popped down to say hello. 

Friday - We worked from home again.  It was Pi Day so at lunch the boys and I walked up the street to get some ingredients for pie and picked up a few other things.  Q requested apple pie and E said coconut cream. I had never made coconut cream pie from scratch before, but it turned out so well. 

Saturday - The new season of F1 got underway with the Australian GP Quali.  We had recorded it from overnight and watched it when we got up.  We also went to Corbett's ski shop in Oakville so Dave could check out some new ski boots with the end of season sales.  We were successful, he got his boots, three of us got new poles, and I got a new vest/sweater and socks (see no money saved!). I also went for a run when I got home, first run of the season, a little tough, but good to get out there.  It was so warm I was in a tank top by the end of it.

Sunday - We watched the F1 race, so much excitement!! I think this is going to be an amazing season. I got groceries, dropped off some parcels that were returns, we played Catan, Dave sorted out his clothes, and I started a puzzle.  I wanted to get outside, but it rained pretty much all day so we didn't venture out. We were happy with our decision to stay home, bless the dear souls that did go out for the ski race!