Wednesday, February 27, 2008

the nurturer


feeding his baby (sand)

rocking the babies

Sunday, February 24, 2008

Friday, February 22, 2008

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Monday, February 18, 2008

wabash cannonball

K plays in the string band

Friday, February 15, 2008

"in a weird way we work together"


or so goes the valentine sentiment passed from daughter to mom yesterday..."in a weird way we work together"...the words have been echoing through my head the past two days-they echo through my head when i pass by miniman's animal tower - the hippo seems to be helping the bunny look out the window, they echo through my head when resolution to a conflict over something trivial seems to be heading towards a blowup but is then resolved with a silly joke or a tickle finger - in a weird way we work together. To be honest i was not sure how to take that comment at first. after a bit of reflection i don't think a better phrase could be spoken on valentines day or any day of the year for that matter - we need to work together we need to care for one another and know we can depend on others even if we don't always seem to fit together...
This morning the words resonate loudly as I hear on the radio about the terrible tragedy at Northern Illinois.
My heart goes out to the family and friends of all impacted by the event.

Thursday, February 14, 2008

the "tea par-par"


Miniman has become quite the gracious host and loves to set up tea parties for himself and his wee friends. I always grow excited to see who will be joining the latest tea party and what will be offered for food and drink. In this one he actually sat the guests on little furniture - usually the just lie down on a blanket surrounded by pretend food. It seems the tea party (and dexterity) is taking a new form. no tea at this party - just a jug of juice for all to share - this must be a close-knit group of friends :)

the gentle giant joins his wee friends for a bite to eat

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

a game of name that insect:


yeah, i know it is not too clear but perhaps if you squint and stand on your head and spin around a few times....then it will pop right out at you :)

Friday, February 8, 2008

Happy Weekend!

Thursday, February 7, 2008

Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Monday, February 4, 2008