Monthly Archives: November 2010

This year the waiting part of advent seems palpable. We’re not putting up many decorations this year. I’m limiting things to limit business. We will be waiting for Xmas in many physical ways. I’m going to be a late shopper … Continue reading →

I like noticing the small, slow changes of these times. A few days ago, I walked the girls home from childcare. It was dark. It was only 4:30pm. I talked about my excitement about the coming of light. Xmas lights. … Continue reading →

I’ve had this project of sabbathing on Sunday for almost a year now. Sometimes it works, sometimes it’s catch as catch can. There are always blessing from God. I just have to pay attention. Today was good. We actually slept … Continue reading →

This was the first chance for exercise I had. Sara joined me on the Interurban North trail. I walked and she rode. The artwork along the trail was fun. Birthday party went well. Advent worship at church afterwards was less … Continue reading →

Went to a small stable with a friend. Sara got her first crack at real riding as a bday present. We rode 2 different horses. The stable was cold, but cozy with all the rain outside. Wayne and I had … Continue reading →

Thanksgiving is not a holiday that gets lots of photos. It is focused on food. Last week, I smiled at the thought of this week. I basked in the joy of knowing I wouldn’t have another “event”. After conference and … Continue reading →

There’s definitely been a gap in my blogging. I find things come out cuter and more witty when they’re fresh. But sometimes, I want photos to go with my blog. Photo processing takes time. So, I’m going to try to … Continue reading →

Sara made these leaf tracings. A…lot…of leaf tracings. It’s made for fun decoration in our dining room and snazzed up our bday party. The girls presents have mostly surrounded art. I’ve been impressed by the breadth of the art. I … Continue reading →

After the anxiety of snOMG, it was time to have fun. We started in our own backyard with snow angels. If you note, it’s pretty deep snow for Seattle. This is the view from our street. Snow family. Wayne formed … Continue reading →

This is the hashtag from twitter. It is a good approximation of how I felt after spending 4.5 hours on the road in gridlock and not being able to pick my kids up from daycare on time. Other names like … Continue reading →