Quiet Time Around Home

Lately we've been enjoying quiet weekends around our house. I know shortly we will be bombarded with holiday excitement and packed schedules so for now we are having fun around home with just the four of us! Here are a few pictures to share.

Russell has turned into a huge history buff! He loves listening to stories about famous historians. Over the last week, he has been reading books about the first Thanksgiving. With all the talk of pilgrims and indians, he decided that it must be hunting time! Last night while wearing his camoflauge pajamas, he added a few orange garments and was set to go. He had a question about "What kind of belts do hunters wear?" but then decided that I wasn't the one to ask. He stated, "I will ask Great Papa that question because he knows a lot about hunting." He is very anxious to be a "teenager" so he can join the men out in the woods!

Sloane recieved a new tea set from my dad (it is actually a tea set that my mom had purchased and stashed away for later use) and was anxious to have tea parties. During one particular tea party, I asked her if I could join her. She said, "Well I am having a tea party with Jesus right now." I told her that I would join her another time since she only has two chairs. She replied, "It's ok Mom you can sit down on that chair. Jesus isn't sitting there. Jesus lives in my heart." I then sat down for the most delightful tea party with my beloved daughter and Jesus! (Mac joined us too in his favorite spot under her table.)Sloane LOVES dance! This picture was taken right before heading out for her Wednesday night class. I cracked up when I walked into her room and found her with sunglasses and leg warmers on! I had flashbacks from Flash Dance!Aron took the kids to the park one afternoon and captured this picture. I love it. They were so serious while playing explorers.