It’s been awhile since we last had a Grace Girls meeting! We had a long winter break and then we ended up having to unfortunately miss the first meeting of the year: Responding to a Medical Emergency. I was really looking forward to that one too.

This time, the youngest girls and I went to the meeting together. The older girls have already built a Birdhouse, so I decided to give the younger ones a turn. I’m really glad that I did this. I think it minimized arguments between the girls. Taking turns was much easier with 2 girls than 4, especially on such a small project.

Our friend, Mrs. Liz, led this project and was so kind to put little kits together for each family using cedar wood that came from her family’s personal scrap lumber inventory. Each kit included instructions as well as pre-cut wood pieces labeled where to place them, small pre-drilled holes for the girls to know where to place their nails, and a little perch. Each family was also given a piece of scrap wood to hammer on, wood glue, and sanding paper to use.

Sasha took our kit apart and laid out the pieces. The girls and I took turns sanding pieces of wood.

Then we were ready to begin assembling our Birdhouse. Athena was really excited to get to use a hammer.

After a couple bent nails, we got our rhythm down. We found it easier if I started the nails just a little, and they took turns hammering each one down. I reminded them that Dad taught us to always attach pieces diagonally for stability.

Once the bottom and sides were together, it was time to attach the roof and add the perch using the wood glue.

Then they had a finished Birdhouse! 🐦 They were really proud of their Birdhouse and I was very proud of their hard work and ability to take turns & work together. I love the way it looks! I think it’s so adorable!

I can’t wait to find the perfect spot outside to get it hung up in time for Spring!

Until next time ♡ Mama Morozov