We’ve been slowly getting back into our home school co-op rhythm this month. Two weeks ago only a few people were able to come, and we mostly just built castles and drew pictures. Not that there is anything wrong with that, of course. Last week I was inspired to tell one of my favorite winter […]
A Distinct Possibility
This week, while we spent a few days in Red River hoping to have a chance to lend a hand at the stables, Lily was able to explore and develop a few cool new tricks. Cecily began riding a two wheel bike this summer; she commenced her balancing act on 12″ wheels. Shortly thereafter, she […]
Horses, Seatbelts, London, & Teenagehood
This past weekend, Labor Day 2013, Lily had a few firsts she found much delight and enjoyment experiencing. _________________________________________________________________________________________ First, we spent most of the week in Red River and so she got to ride her bike all over a town she’d never ridden in before. She rode solo and attached to me, and got […]
Tooth!
:)))))))))))))))))))) ———- Forwarded message ———- From: Russ Nixon <russ.nixon@gmail.com> Date: Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 9:02 AM Subject: This is too good! (in my drafts) To: Angeline Nixon <thecleverwind@gmail.com> HI FEREES I LOST MYTOOTH FROM MERIDA THE PRINSSSESS
Painting and the Mud
Lily assisted in painting the front room today, and she spent a good bit of time with me the day before yesterday splatting mud on the wall in the laundry room. I have had to skip trowel the entire room to compensate for the tile glue, wall paper, and missing sheet rock. I am very […]
Esophageal Rescue
His esophagus is stuck… with stuff in it!!! “Mom! Come quick! We have an sink esophagus rescue on our hands!” She’s found the plunger, convinced her father to offer some muscle, and now she’s cleaning up the aftermath. I love it.
Is It A Moth, A Bird, or An Owl
Today I walked outside and found a little creature lying still in an open box on our driveway. It looked dead, but after studying it for a moment, the eyes appeared to have life in them still. So, I got Lily to come check it out and we used a piece of paper to move […]
All About October 18
Lily graced us with the privilege of sharing her memories of both the day she joined us on the outside, and while still inside. She shared many of her memories with me, just me, about 6 months ago. I wrote in detail then what she spoke, as I will now. To date, Lily has seen […]
Big Meadows Reservoir hike
A few days ago, the three of us hiked around Big Meadows Reservoir, west of South Fork, Colorado. Her immense love for the flowers was delightful. The endless curiosity is admirable. We shall go back and discover more soon!
Grids, Balls, Little Person, and Kitty Cats
Today, after getting what appeared to be a fairly decent night’s rest, Lily popped down for breakfast and started counting the fire makers (lighter sticks) in the package on the counter. She indicated, as she touched each, that there were a total of 5. Then she counted the ginger bread cookie cutters (4) and the […]