John had a big surprise when he went down to the shop this morning--he didn't have to work. Since it was a beautiful day, he decided to take advantage of it and do some work in the garden. Our neighbor had dropped off a load of manure, so he spread it in the garden and then tilled the ground again. After that, he planted the green beans, radishes, cucumbers, carrots, and onions. He thought about putting his tomato and pepper plants in, but changed his mind after the weatherman forecast a freeze warning for tonight.

After lunch we got cleaned up and headed up to the Clearbrook school to attend Julie's kindergarten graduation ceremony. The kids presented a program of songs and then received their diplomas.

Julie is standing on the right hand end of
the top row. She's wearing a blue dress
and white leggings.

Our proud graduate!

This evening John spent sometime down by the pond trying to hunt the muskrats. He didn't stay down there too long--the temps had dropped and there was a strong wind. He said it felt like sitting out during deer hunting. We ended the evening watching American Idol--Scotty was my favorite all season and I'm glad he won.