tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-226739752024-03-07T00:43:07.236-08:00Pook Monster, Inc.Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.comBlogger554125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-5880472754675406822012-11-29T05:04:00.001-08:002012-11-29T05:05:04.076-08:00He's back and picture lack.Good Morning! I know it has been awhile. Every time I think to sit down and write, a wind picks me up, twirls me around and puts me down someplace else. I was going to just add a bunch of catch up photos but now the site is telling me my photo storage is full and I need to buy more storage space....well I will need to look into that. So anyway.... Thanksgiving was Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-49713286344663985742012-11-06T08:05:00.001-08:002012-11-06T08:06:24.718-08:00A Buck, a Bird, and a Bee
All of a sudden the bucks have been running around our yard like crazy. Last night this one decided to linger for a long while, so I got my camera out. He was beautiful. Lucky for him, Noah wasn't home!
Now that the leaves are gone, it's so much easier to take pics of birds in the trees. hehe. I love seeing the birds all puffed up, trying to keep warm in Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-44385254239377934602012-10-31T06:53:00.001-07:002012-10-31T06:54:23.607-07:00The Halloween Buzz
Me and my baBEE. Noah was a Beekeeper!
Pretty Kitty and Little Bee
Some Grub. SO, I can't believe the day of the great pumpkin is upon us and we still have yet to carve our pumpkins!!!!!!!! Today's plan is to at least do that, whaever else will BEE will BEE. So for now, Happy Halloween! Hopefully more pics later on. :)Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-34074078402960947402012-10-26T06:02:00.000-07:002012-10-26T06:02:00.429-07:00Going Batty
We are learning all about BATS in school right now in our Zoology - Science Unit.
All of a sudden, Olivia is letting Isabelle read to her. It's been so nice!
My very special little: Ninja Turtle! Ben got to wear his costume to Cub Scouts this past week. He did lots of slides...good thing his costume has knee pads.
This is a fun treat plate Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-30675533666987518812012-10-22T18:53:00.002-07:002012-10-22T18:53:49.227-07:00Training Cats and Dogs
So Much puppy Love. (Livy & Scout at Training)
These puppies are growing way quick....and well so are the children. :)
My Cat. Isabelle is a pink leopard kitty for Halloween this year. She already had to wear her costume for a party this past weekend. I want to cry because she is growing up more and more every time that I blink and she is trulyCherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-80433498233878942192012-10-12T04:33:00.001-07:002012-10-12T04:33:37.939-07:00Walk into Autumn
"In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks" - John Muir
A few days ago, I had a really tough day with the kids. Just one of those days when you feel like a failed parent and you wonder what the heck you got yourself into placing these little people on the planet. Well, the next morning (yesterday), I woke up and decided I really needed some alone Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-68426846729181947952012-10-10T04:37:00.000-07:002012-10-10T04:37:07.416-07:00Leaves and Bees
October gave a party. The leaves by hundreds came - The Chestnuts, Oaks and Maples, and leaves of every name. The sunshine spread a carpet, and everything was grand, Miss Weather led the dancing, Professor Wind, the band. - George Cooper (October's Party).
You just never know what you may come across walking about the house.
Finally! Fall Honey Extraction. We are Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-17787355238425143532012-09-28T17:30:00.002-07:002012-09-28T17:34:41.978-07:00Leaves and stuff.
This TIGER scout is selling POPCORN!!!! If you are interested, please contact us for details!!!!!
This is one of our puppies (Scout), father. He is amazing. This dog is just WOW. I am in awe of his majesty.
At training this weekend there was a very brave family of CATS/kittens. They even approached all the dogs at one point. Rose Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-35948751389545565482012-09-22T17:34:00.001-07:002012-09-22T17:35:22.938-07:00happiness WARM puppy
Finished a painting of my Olivia & Rose. Titled: Happiness is a warm puppy. (charles shultz)
Isabelle and Ben call this carrying the Princess.
Ben riding his bike!
Ben falling off of his bike :)
A Random Deer.
The pups do not like the deer nor the turkey. They bark bark bark at them. They all stare at each other in a frozen stance forCherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-59454230415102278722012-09-17T18:30:00.000-07:002012-09-17T18:36:45.623-07:00step into the light, everything will be alright
Ben snuggling Scout. The puppies are growing so fast already! I can't believe that they have already been with us for two weeks. Their personalities are shining through and it is exciting to see them develop. It is so fun to see them interact with the kids and with each other. They are a handful no doubt....but quite honestly, I am quite enjoying it. Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-78667614115762947682012-09-14T05:34:00.003-07:002012-09-14T05:34:40.777-07:00Pumpkin Tree
A Creekside View.
A Boy and his Pup.
A Gnome or Fairy hole. I am really not sure which one it is yet. Will have to do some investigation to know for sure.
The kids (with their friend) drawing under a tree on a beautiful early evening.
Sometimes kids fall asleep in the most uncomfortable places. But, as long as Ben has his very loved blankie Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-45073900975538523572012-09-12T19:23:00.001-07:002012-09-12T19:39:32.710-07:00Vida la Vida
Isabelle & Rose at Dog Training this weekend. What a great morning. Everyone was a superstar and we even got some sun. To see all these amazing beautiful dogs together, it was breathtaking.
Sunday Dinner: Duck...Cabbage...and Wine of course.
Scavenger Hike Nature Walk - Just in case you didn't know...Ben's adventurism... kind of makes me a tad Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-28870843450325933672012-09-07T17:52:00.000-07:002012-09-07T17:52:37.439-07:00school fools & double trouble
Science Girl. Our lesson yesterday. This girl sure likes to take notes....must take after her mom.
Science Boy...learning about Dodo birds (extinction) and such.
We have started our ART wall! I think we would all love to do art all day long...and quite honestly, haven't got to do it so much yet...so I declared today a fun Friday. Focus being: Art, Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-37920313635981807422012-09-06T18:45:00.001-07:002012-09-06T19:09:40.184-07:00went for 1 came home with 2
Rose - This is our gentle beauty
Scout - This is our playful pal
Rose & Scout
Scout & Ben
Family (circus - haha)
Since the move, I have had it in my head and in my heart that we would be welcoming a puppy into our mix soon. Well feeling settled and like something is missing....finally the day had arrived. We went to our favorite breeder to Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-79334800494370074232012-09-06T18:04:00.003-07:002012-09-06T19:10:01.529-07:00Nature with us
Early Evening Deer (did I mention that Noah got a bow and arrow and wants to shoot these beautiful creatures and I, just want to shoot them with my camera.....different strokes for different folks I suppose).
Beautiful Blue Jay. This is the "bully" of the feathered world....watch out and move out of the way when this giant, bright bird makes it's arrival.
Night Sky Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-43963898220408990812012-08-31T06:18:00.000-07:002012-09-06T19:10:27.123-07:00Homeschooling
SCHOOL this year: For those who do not know and for those who do, YES - we are homeschooling this year. I strongly believe this path for my family was placed on my heart by God. I never thought I would be doing this, but I am and now, I couldn't imagine not. I know there are many people who do not understand or that think I am crazy and that is o.k. I know I am Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-42693873578015015112012-08-30T19:20:00.002-07:002012-08-30T19:20:47.744-07:00FoxyI have been trying to create a new post all evening, but for some reason, the picture function is not working right now. I feel frustrated as I really wanted to share some pics along with my words and thoughts...yet, I suppose in life, sometimes "we can't always get what we want". So for now, I may ramble a bit, I may or may not share my original intentions and purpose at the moment..Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-42998513750280881192012-08-26T10:36:00.002-07:002012-08-26T10:36:54.209-07:00pink ball
Love that I captured this hummingbird resting for a split moment! hehe
This molting cardinal looks a bit of sorry sight. I do know he gets fed well though.
Baby Girl will not share our new pink basketball with anyone. Although you can't see it, she is now sporting little pony underwear (not a diaper) for the time being. I just follow her around with a mopCherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-36055311667244424982012-08-25T06:04:00.000-07:002012-09-07T17:53:30.175-07:00Yes, I do believe I like this Camera.
I am in LOVE....with my new camera! (above, one of my very favorite birds - chickadee). This morning has been so quiet and beautiful. I saw a mommy and baby deer frolicking together - the baby kept tagging the mom and running away and coming back. The sun is shining bright. The kids are mostly still sleeping. My coffee wasn't bitter. My thoughts are not Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-7408944177398470482012-08-23T05:33:00.000-07:002012-08-23T05:33:29.858-07:00an apple a day...or 2 or 3.
This is how Olivia eats an apple. (next time I blog, I will be sharing pics taken with my new camera!, also soon I will be sharing new school year news). Have a lovely day!
Isabelle wanted me to take a pic of her in her new shoes, of course livy jumped in the pic.
3 scrubs in a tub.
Ben fell alseep in the car
new recipe: brick grilled Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-63564731025850327152012-08-21T14:22:00.000-07:002012-08-21T14:23:05.242-07:00Benny The Kid lasso's up 6.
Our Ben has turned 6. We surprised him with an awesome day at a Wild West Town. We just got in the car and drove.....when we arrived, he was in a bit of a shock. speechless. Then when we walked in....Ben was greeted by some of his very favorite family members! This day just kept getting better and better!
(good thing I secretly packed his cowboy gear...and Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-87464216515195334302012-08-10T06:46:00.000-07:002012-08-10T06:46:12.011-07:00My own little wildlife.
This morning when I woke up, I heard the turkeys outside below the deck and saw and heard the various birds. Next time I look out the window I see deer in the back. fun. Next thing I notice, the turkey and deer had joined eachothers company and merged in what seemed to be at times frolic and play. At one point, one of the deer stood on it's hind legs, it was...awesome. ICherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-17843910873963420242012-08-09T05:22:00.001-07:002012-08-09T05:22:53.487-07:00Happy Birthday Isabelle Claire!
Happy 9th Birthday to my amazing Isabelle! This photo is a self portrait that she took using her long awaited, much desired birthday present...IPod Touch. All her dreams have finally come true. She has declared this to be her best birthday ever! (she says that every year, hehe). I love this little girl, I just wish she wasn't growing up so fast. It's so true Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-4030143728748493932012-08-06T05:07:00.003-07:002012-08-06T05:12:52.200-07:00Canned you Beet this?
bird watching
Happy Sunny Olivia
Canned Beets
Glued this puzzle for keeps.
lamp we fell in love with at an antique shop and bought for the new abode.
Weekends come and weekends go and here we are Monday morning. I woke up at 6 am to hear cows mooing and find a mama and baby deer in the back. I love this place! I was freezing so threw on my Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22673975.post-63269962140362073932012-08-01T05:27:00.002-07:002012-08-01T05:27:59.587-07:00Summer Leather
It ain't a home, if it ain't got a GnOme.
Beautiful flower that my parents brought us...it attracts the hummingbirds like crazy!
A Glimpse of a dinner prep: There was ginger garlic pork in the crock and I was making mango cucumber cabbage slaw for the side.
Ben found his Harley leather jacket in one of the boxes and wore it a majority of the day yesterday (Cherylhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07311958630884142259noreply@blogger.com0