Now that Maxine can ride her bike, Homeschool Phys Ed class is officially in session.

Is this really Phys Ed? Or is this just a morning run in disguise?

Whatever you want to call it, a bunch of lessons were learned on our group outing this morning – lessons for both young and old.

A Lesson for Mom

When Maxine says “Whoa, whoa, whoa!!”, that means she’s about to come to a sudden and complete stop in the middle of the sidewalk.

This lead to the discovery that I run too closely behind Maxine.

I learned this lesson approximately 22 times.

A Lesson for Kids

No, hub caps do not grow on trees.

Yes, I will explain why this wheel cover is hanging from a branch as many times as you need me to.

A Lesson in Time

What can three girls accomplish in 32 minutes?

Well, we can cover 2 miles.

We can listen to Maxine exclaim “I’m so sweaty hot!” 1,321 times.

We can have lots of discussion about why people hang wheel covers in trees.

We can consider making a sign to hang on a small bicycle that says This Vehicle Makes Frequent Stops.

A Lesson for Breakfast

Overnight oats make the perfect post-run/ride/stop/go/stop/go/whoa/whoa/whoa meal.

1/2 c rolled oats, a small scoop of shredded coconut, a sprinkle of chia seeds and a dash of cinnamon with a 1/2 c (or so) of 2% Fage and a splash of almond milk.  Popped in the fridge to soak for an hour or so, topped with a small banana and a scoop of almond butter upon returning from our sweaty hot excursion this morning.

Is that the bell? I think Homeschool Phys Ed is officially over. Class dismissed!