307 + 203 Weeks

We have had such a busy week, things to do every day.  On Saturday, the firehouse had an open day, so we took the kids down there so they could explore the fire trucks.  We got there early to beat the crowds, but of course the firetrucks were out on a job.  We had to wait quite a while for them to show up, and by the time they did, poor little Arley was so worked up that he saw them and burst into tears.  But it was worth the wait, as the kids got to climb up inside them and explore them thoroughly.

On Sunday we ended up having an all-day picnic at Narrawallee park.  It was such a beautiful day, we just couldn't leave.  We met the kids' friends Hannah and Ali there, and then when they left, our neighbours showed up (Arley is very tight with their little girl Gemma), and then when they left, our friend Jo and her two girls showed up, and then when they left, we had the park to ourselves and Carmie didn't want to leave!  So, we outstayed three families.  It was a little long for Arley, and he had one giant meltdown at the end, but he managed to pull it together after a bit.

On Monday Carmie had her Montessori day, which she said was "really great", and Arley and I hung out together and made cupcakes for the Spanish lunch we were hosting the next day.  On Tuesday was the last of Carmie's Spanish Experience classes, and they all stayed for lunch.  The kids had a blast, and afterwards we went over to another friend's house so the homeschool kids could continue their play.  They have an awesome spa that all the kids 'swam' in, and a wonderful 'school room' filled with so many things, the kids were entertained for hours.  When we were leaving, Carmie was running on the road and of course, fell and chewed up her knee in the gravel.  It was a little gnarly, and I had to flush the gravel out of it and soak her in the tub when we got home.  On Wednesday we met up with more homeschool kids for lunch and exploration at Mollymook beach.  And on Thursday the kids went to the farm, because Jeff and I had to meet with Arley's assessment team.

So, the team gave us a thorough assessment and it is good to now get moving on some help.  Our next move is to come up with an OT plan for Arley.  I can't wait to get the ball rolling, to get him, and us, some help.

And now, I am truly hoping that we can have some home days next week, because I would really like some down time!

 Carmie and her beloved Spanish teacher Aurora

 Homeschool fun

 Mollymook Beach