Take Your Son/Daughter to Work Day

Today was the annual Take Your Son/Daughter to Work Day, and both Megan and Danny were able to go with me this year.

They had a great time interviewing my supervisor, Sherry,

and T.K., the CIO.

They also got to take a tour of the data center that controls $90 billion worth of transactions.

They had a lot of fun, as did I. And while my job may not be as exciting as their dad's. it is good for them to see that it is still important.

Festival day

The second Saturday in April was an exciting one for us. The civic center hosted the inaugural Alt Con festival, a mini sci-fi convention complete with a full-sized Tardis prop with weeping angels,

and a replica R2-D2.

Megan was so happy to be with her fellow nerds, she was tearing up throughout our time there.

When we'd exhausted our inner nerds, we headed to the other side of town to the Italian Festa. This was the third annual Italian festival, and it was complete with Italian vendors,

food,

wine and beer and Italian ice,

and performers, including marionettes,

opera singers, and Italian pop performers.

They also had Italian cars and motorcycles for viewing.

The highlight was a sidewalk art contest, and the winning drawings were remarkable.

After the two festivals, we were a bit exhausted from the sun and fun. It was the best day ever, as Megan said.

The Scoop

The first Saturday in April was the annual Springtime Tallahassee parade and event in downtown Tallahassee. So, what did we do? We went to Thomasville for the afternoon. Besides visiting our favorite shops (Sweet Grass Dairy's Cheese Shop, Loli's, The Bookshelf, and Savannah Moon Bakery), we ate lunch at The Scoop.

The Scoop is a small deli and ice cream shop just off Broad Street, next to the Downtown Police building. Deliciously simple and homey, this deli has become one of our favorites. Danny and I highly recommend the club sandwich if you go. George and Megan both said the patty melt is a great choice, too. Whatever you order, the friendly service will keep you coming back for more.

Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday, the kids opened their baskets first thing,

and then went early service at church to celebrate the true meaning of Easter. After church, we had an Easter lunch at Mom and Dad Creamer's house. The kids got some shots taken with Gran-ma and Papa before it got too crazy.

Photo-bomb!

After eating, they had an egg hunt in the back yard

and chowed down excitedly on their candy.

They had an awesome time! When we got home, we prayed and thanked God for all that He has given our family. We are truly blessed.

Easter Eggs

Now that I've downloaded all pictures taken since March (I'm a slacker, I know), I can give some updates on the life of the Creamers. When last we spoke, the kids had just finished spring break, and upon returning to school, continued to act like they were on a break. After spending a week on restriction, it was time for Easter! On Good Friday, the kids and I attended the Good Friday service at church and then came home for popcorn and a showing of the Passion of the Christ. All of us were moved that night, and when we woke up (late) on Saturday, it was time for some light entertainment. George and the kids colored eggs in the afternoon before he went to work, and they had a ball. I got some shots of them,

and then he took pics of their creations.

They were so excited about Eater coming!