Monday, June 13, 2016

Family Night Frolics

A monthly Family Night has been a wonderful "new"
tradition for the Loyd/Kirby/Talbert families the past
few years.  Each gathering is sure to create instant memories.

Let's pray.
"Okay, how about me first, you second, then him, then her.
No, how about YOU first, then left to right.  Or maybe
boys first, then girls.  Or . . ."


Eating may come first, but the evening is just as much
about play, and that means ANYTHING GOES!


 "What does it LOOK like we're doing?  We're COOKING!"

There's a fine line between
"Many hands make light work"
and 
"Too many cooks spoil the broth."

Stephen is honored to be the first to try the
Mississippi Mud Pie.  Or whatever it is known as locally.

Matt takes one for the team in giving up his body for
SOCCER!!

Note:  they had to drag Matt in, kicking and screaming.

This little highlight clip is full of action.  Matt starts
out with the advantage, but is later overwhelmed by
sheer numbers.  Something akin to the strategy of
African Army Ants, I believe.  And did anyone hear
a whistle on that nifty tackle by Hunter?  I didn't think so.


One of the kids suggested we pull out an old box they
had played with a few weeks ago.  Somehow, the box
didn't have a lot of life left in it.  That didn't keep them
from inventing games with it.  But now we have a new box.




Claire, and later all four kids, enjoy trying to walk on cans,
a simple but challenging task.  It requires balance,
coordination, and perseverance.  Which is why I only 
took pictures.

 This may never succeed as a new way to play tag,
but it's very motivating to see how far you can walk
without falling.  And as the girls noted, it's tougher
on rough terrain than on pavement.  Though assuredly
easier on the knees.  


I'm exaggerating about the falls.  In fact, the girls
demonstrate astonishing mastery of this new mode 
of transportation.  I don't think it will replace the
Segway, but it cost zero cents to make.  8 cans from a
 recycling bin and a few feet of handy unused macrame cord.

Maybe your family would enjoy a family night.
If you try it, be sure to let me know how it turns out.
Happy trails!

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