Hi there.
We did MT History galore today!!! We are now experts on branding, farming, and ranching. Just in time for our field trip tomorrow. If your child is going, they need to wear closed toe shoes that are comfortable for walking and that can get dirty. A hat, sunscreen, and water bottle are also recommended. Electronics for the bus are a GREAT idea as it will be close to an hour ride on the bus. Mrs. Hankin's and I will have our cell phones, but there is not always the best connection on parts of the ranch. Lunch will be served to all kids tomorrow. They will get a hot dog, watermelon, chips, and a homemade chocolate chip cookie. If that doesn't strike their fancy, then they will need to pack an alternative lunch. :0)
We had a little incident while playing wiffle ball today. 5 kids decided it would be a good idea to throw rocks at a hornet's nest instead of doing what they should have been doing. Three of the kids took ownership and accountability for their actions. Two did not. Seeing how we will be around animals that may spook tomorrow, I HAVE to be able to trust kids out there. If I can't trust them to do the right thing when I am busy on a wiffle ball field, then I am concerned that they can do the right thing on a big wide open ranch where many things could happen if they decide to deviate from common sense or directions given to them. I do trust that the three that spoke up to the class and apologized were sincere, and that they learned their lesson. I appreciate their character in this matter.
Well, that about sums it up. Have a wonderful evening.
P.S. The bus leaves right at 8:35 tomorrow morning. :0)
