Picture Day!

Back to school night

We visited Eleanor's classroom tonight, and there are a number of interesting things going on in the third grade. I brought back something to share: the writing journal she decorated for her classroom writing time.

Happy Anniversary!

It's been 10 years since that lovely day in September when I was lucky enough to wed a great friend.  I love you Mike, and I love the life we have together.

Lovely September

We've had a number of lovely days this September, which have allowed us time in the yard, bike rides, and hikes...

Candles at Fort Vancouver

Mike was in Phoenix this weekend for a Wisconsin football game, and it turns out this very weekend last year he was away at a Wisconsin football game also.  I know this because this is the weekend Ft. Vancouver opens up for their annual Night of the Shark reenactment which we've now enjoyed two Septembers in a row.  Candles and pioneer costumes, what better way to spend an evening with an 8 year old?!?

First Day of School!

Yes, you read that right.  Oregon kids only just started school today, and here she is: Our Third Grader.

 

Summer is ending

 

I can feel it, summer is almost over.  These evenings we can dine in the yard are numbered.