Will is Discovering Nature

Learning Outside

Our new method of homeschooling requires a lot of reading for the boys. They have decided that they really enjoy taking their reading outside. Sam has a special spot in a tree they named Old Smokey. Jake likes to sit amongst the rocks and bushes to do his reading. But yesterday I found them both in the tree reading, and when I went out to check on them, I heard "Mom, this is the best book ever!" (They were reading books on Ben Franklin and Christopher Columbus) Hopefully, we have found the form of homeschooling that works for our family!

A Twofer!

Sam picked these these lovely wildflowers for me and he was so excited to see that they came with a bonus! His excitement was the best present ever!

Look at the Sky!

This is the view looking up from our front door this morning. Amazing! I swear it is even bluer than in the picture!

Saturday Mornings with Pancakes are the Best!

These boys are seriously happy! I think their love of pancakes might be a little out of control! We came up with a new recipe this morning, white chocolate chip pancakes with raspberry sauce. After tasting them myself, I decided that their reactions were right on target!

Will's First Bike Ride

Will loves the ride, but not so much the helmet. I think he will find it is a small price to pay for such an adventure with his dad and brothers.

The World's Best Big Brother

Jake really takes his role as big brother very seriously. He has been very protective of both Will and Sam lately. He really tugged on our heart when Sam was in the hospital. I think he was even more worried than John and I were. He reminded us that Sam is his best friend. The feeling is definitely mutual because the first thing Sam said when he woke up was "When is Jake coming to visit?" He just wasn't used to Jake not being the first thing he sees when he wakes up.