Beowulf

So just ignore the double-post if this blog is wonky, trying to do it from my cell phone is harder, but much more convenient and I can post more often (once I figure out how!)

Today we're back at the state park, but its much chillier this morning than yesterday. When we were here yesterday we found a mosquito FILLED trail that seemed beautiful and teeming with frogs but couldn't go far without repellent. So today I come with DEET in hand and we will explore more after lunch.

We are currently reading a retelling of Beowulf that's written at a level for older kids. X is reading it to me in the car as we drive and he seems to be enjoying it even if some of the words are a little difficult for him without my help.

Fun "Summer" School

This morning the kids visited their great-grandfather in the hospital (hopefully to be discharged soon) and gave him notes of well wishes. Then we headed off to Buffalo River State Park to swim and go on a nature walk. Work was done in the car as well as some reading. At the park we caught a giant bumblebee, a golden colored dragonfly, and went geocaching. And then of course, worked on constructing things in the sand and burying big brother on the beach!

First Day of School ~ 2011-2012

So we kicked off the school year today.  Started out at 8:30 (which believe me, thats early if you're still going to bed according to your summer schedule!) And worked on math, language arts, social studies, and spelling.  He's got homework tonight for Bible though because we didn't get everything finished that we'd hoped to get done in the morning.  Then it was time to head off for the homeschool opener at the lake :)  Lots of fun with friends old and new!  Hopefully the rest of the year will be just as fun!

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More Updates Coming Soon!

Why yes, it has been months since I've updated anything on this website!  I am going to dig through old pictures and videos and get a few posted over the next week or so.  Keep an eye out!

Zip-A-Dee-Do-Dah

Dance pictures from today's dress rehearsal, tomorrow will be her first big recital!

Tulun, Mexico

Just got back this afternoon from our "little" vacation.  I will be posting more soon (I bet you can't wait, our story is better than the Lampoon's Vacation!)  Little hugaboo went on a day trip with my parents on a glass bottom boat while we brought Big Hugaboo to the ruins at Tulun.  He had a great time and asked if we could come back :)

Give me a few days and I'll try to get more pics and details of the trip.

Walking into Disney World Magic Kingdom.

In the hot tub on the cruise ship.



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