With Olivia studying about the Middle Ages, we decided to have a meal like travelers would have eaten at an inn in medieval England. I played the part of the innkeeper and served them a traditional shepherd's pie and mugs of ale. Well, it was actually cider, since I personally don't like ales. The kids were not impressed with the cider, only taking a sip each.
It's hard to tell because of the flash from the camera, but the only light in the room was from the little candles on the table, so it was quite dim as the sun was already down. Once they were done with their meals, I informed them that other than sitting in the common room, there wasn't anything to do after dark. I also explained that we only had a couple of rooms so they would have to all sleep together and if they needed the bathroom, it was outside.