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   We had the chance to go to Belgium for a quick trip to visit fiends and fellow CEC (Civil Engineer Corps) family who are stationed just outside of Mons.  We last saw the Bowers 5 years ago while we were both stationed in Virginia.  The kids didn't remember each other, but they had a great time playing together and the parents got to catch up and visit. Their house outside Mons.   We drove out to Chimay for beer tasting and cheese samples. Deanna and Kestrel checking out Deanna's beer sampler. Mr Chuck showing off a freshly poured beer. Mark and Nancy posing for photos. We took the kids to PAST interactive science center.  Lots of activities for the kids.  Below is the evolution of materials used by humans. Deanna trying things out. Laurel after the rope and tunnel course. Getting some air time outside between rain showers. The kids loved the digging machines. Kestrel getting the hang of digging. The ...

       We have been busy around Sigonella the last weekend.  The base school did a performance of The Wizard Of Oz. Since most of our neighbors went to the matinee, we thought a small potluck would be fun Before dinner art project at the dinning room table. Adults having fun.  What was the motto from the kinetic sculpture race in Arcata  "Adults should have fun so children will want to grow up" Well we are trying! Always a finger pointer in the group. Kids working away.  This group of children are really good about helping each other and using their brains to solve problems. Boys hanging out in the kitchen.  The food was great, we are surrounded by people who actually enjoy cooking and always show up with some awesome food to share. Yes it can get wild over here at times. Much calmer group that actually sit down.      I took a group to the pink house farm to play with the ani...