Animal, mineral, (no vegetable)

Earlier this week we went to a local natural history museum. Here are a few highlights:

~Anna Claire was fascinated (and I think a little disturbed) by the skulls and bones.



















We haven't been to this particular museum in about four years, and the kids were disappointed that this dinosaur no longer moves. There was a cute sign explaining that he recently had to have several pulmonary and circulatory surgeries in order to keep him "alive". Now, since his skin is so fragile, they have decided to let him rest from his duties and enjoy the remainder of his time at the museum.



















Kievan loved this rock with the purple crystals inside:























Then Ben wanted his picture taken with his favorite crystal:



















Then Allie wanted her picture take with it as well:

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MelBoe said…
Gosh, they are all getting SO BIG! I almost didn't recognize Ben - he is getting the big boy look now! Willaim is such a cutie, too. We really miss seeing you all. You need to make your way to Memphis and see our new-new house. We're in, but not completely settled yet. Sarah keeps asking about Alley, and if she got the picture she sent her. I think she would like to see her again soon!
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