Happy Helper

Kels has been a super helper this weekend. She is at that age where she thinkgs that chores are still fun, and it is still an adventure to get to help. She is also at that age where her attitude is all out there, and she gets VERY put out if she isnt allowed to do something for herself.

We have started a new chore "chart" program for the kids. She really wanted to help, even though vacuuming wasnt her job. Kaeli let her "help" in the library. I just couldnt stand it seeing them look so cute together, and had to snag the camera. Of course, Kaeli is camera shy, but she humored me by letting me get their pict together

Part of our helping this weekend included taking care of horses, dogs and cats for one of our HT families. We are always excited to help, and the kids love being around all the animals. We were thankful for this extra treat to help because it was a great distraction for Kels. The boys got invited to go to a playdate, without her. She was so sad and in tears as she watched all the bigger kids leave withouth her. I was able to take her with me, and help her forget about being sad that she hadnt gone with the boys. It seemed to have worked because when we got home she chattered excitedly about what we had done to anyone who would listen.

This is Kels giving Katie a treat for being good and for staying in her stall(another post to follow about our Peyton Petting Zoo adventure)

This is Kels and Drew. She is a sweet, old dog and she and Kels hung out together lots