While I was planting this afternoon, my thoughts centered on what I’m grateful for from these last few days. This week I’ve been deeply grateful for friends, far away but especially nearby. For a friend that draws out the most honest me and leaves me feeling encouraged and known which feels like the most beautiful … Continue reading
In the last several months Kobuk has been seeking answers to some of his pressing questions, like: Can I still use her belly as my favorite pillow? When will Little Bear start dropping food from the table? and At what age will Little Bear be a reliable belly scratcher? {Little Bear McDaniel is expected from … Continue reading
the end of april and all of may were filled with trips and ventures and visits and celebrations. thankful: ranch community garden: our very own row to grow, and wee cherry tomatoes coming in on the deck. Kobuk: always hilarious, always cuddly, always playful, always tennis balls all the time. youth groupies: reminding me to … Continue reading
when the winter wears long: sunshine and mud and sinking in soft snow. even though it’s sloppy outside is still the best place to be. Continue reading
Spring break is upon us, and Jared and I are headed west tomorrow! We’ll fly on Saturday, when Denver is supposed to get a foot of powder. I don’t care about delays, I’m eager for the snow. Case in point: my winter coffee picnic Tuesday. {Today’s breakfast picnic} Catch you in a week, southern illinois. Continue reading
the rugged range 