One of our regular backyard neighbors making its appearance.

Beli saw the squirrel and said, "Mami, you need to catch the squirrel." I asked "porque?" and she replied, "so it doesn't get on your head!" I just love having conversations with her, she is so imaginative and says the cutest things.

Having fun in the rain!

garbanzos with fresh lemon juice and olive oil with fresh parsley

As a result of rainy days, we have been inside most of the week, so it gave it me a reason to spend more time in the kitchen.

crunchy salad

Baked salmon with potatoes and rosemary

 no-knead bread, you can watch a DIY video of a fellow blogger here for the recipe 

It's a castle!
( Beli and Daddy built the tower when I was away for a second job interview: I feel so grateful, I now have two jobs offers!)

We visited a couple of learning centers (daycare) for Beli. She was shy at first, but she quickly made a friend with one of the students. When we arrived at the second daycare she said, "this is not school, this is a fun place!" This was in reference to the fish pond at the entrance.

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 We are still undecided as to which center to choose, both are excellent. Decisions, decisions!

In the rain

Reflection on the sidewalk

Beli drew a birthday card for her cousin David who turned 4 years old last week.

So that was our week: visiting preschools, job interviews, baking, coloring, dancing in the rain. How was your week? What plans do you have for the weekend? We may go see some alpacas, and maybe, finally have some warm and dry weather so we can attend the ballet performance, Cinderella.  It's part of the series, Culture on the Green, "......Set outdoors at Civic Green Park, this series will pair cultural performances with a beautiful outdoor setting for an experience that is sure to delight all ages. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner for an evening under the stars. Admission is FREE."

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Enjoy your weekend!