The Kassel Family Project Life 365

It was a busy, busy Saturday in the Kassel Household.  Laura took a trip to St. Louis with Aunt Rachel and Alia.  They spent the morning at the St. Louis Zoo seeing everything.

Then, they spent the afternoon at Disney on Ice.  I am not 100% sure, but I think Laura enjoyed herself…

Laura also got to eat dinner at Red Robin!  I was jealous…  Meanwhile, back in Columbia, John got to have a sleepover at his friend Brayden’s house and Andy and I spent the evening at the Dothage Fun Complex with Football, Fire, and Friends.

We are going to have super tired kids tomorrow, but it doesn’t get much better than this!

My Kindle, cheese and crackers, and a martini.  Ah Friday…

Andy and I went to St. Louis for the evening to attend the annual Sid Weber Barbecue for Sigma Chi.  As with previous years, the food was fantastic and it was a great time!  Andy and I spent the evening talking to fraternity brothers from all over the St. Louis area, including one of Andy’s brothers from his days at WIU.  One of the highlights for me was listening to the men sing “The Sweetheart of Sigma Chi.”  I really do love that song!  Unfortunately, the four hours flew by and we were back on the road for home too quickly.  I will be tired tomorrow, but it was well worth it.  Thanks to Uncle Jeremy for watching the kids so Andy and I could go!

It was drinks with Jeremy on the back deck tonight.  Great way to spend a beautiful Wednesday night!

It was Back to School Night for Units B and C at Ridgeway Elementary.  It was great to see Laura’s classrooms and look at a bit of her work.  Laura was very proud to show off the short book she wrote and to show us around.  I can’t believe she is in third grade already and this is our fourth Back to School Night!  Time flies…

Laura’s Third Grade School Picture

John’s First Grade School Picture

We went to the Open House fundraiser for D & D Farm Animal Sanctuary & Rescue this afternoon.  The farm is roughly three miles from our house and it is a sanctuary/rescue for all different kinds of animals, including big cats.  The place is very impressive.  They do great work with so many different types of animals on limited funds.  I was most impressed by the large variety of animals that they have rescued – birds, big cats, foxes, turtles, wolves, and so on…  Of all the animals, my favorite was the Liger.  What a beautiful big cat!

We all had a great time and the kids want to go next time there is an open house.  We will also be donating some supplies, like our baby swimming pool that we no longer need.  If you live in Columbia, check this place out.  You won’t be disappointed!