Evening Ride

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I went for a bike ride this evening with Kevin and Taylor. Yesterday was hot and humid so the cooler weather today was a nice change. Kevin M. Kevin M. taking pictures and Taylor skipping rocks

Morning Bike Ride

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Instead of walking this morning, I went for a bike ride with Luke. We saw several other people out walking and riding bikes enjoying the beautiful morning. Flowers along the trail Luke by the lake this morning Flowers at the park More flowers at the park

Lake Again

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It was another nice warm day so we went to the lake this afternoon. Nick having fun in the water Josiah Zack Jacob Fun in the sand Zack digging in the sand Josiah

First Trip to the Lake

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I took the kids to the lake yesterday afternoon for the first time this season. We all had lots of fun in the water and in the sand. It was a beautiful day to enjoy the lake. Luke driving his remote control jet ski

Sunny Day

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I sure am enjoying the beautiful weather we’ve had lately. Luke joined me for a pleasant walk to the lake this morning. Luke Rocks in the lake Flower by the lake

Sun Sets on a Busy Day

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Yesterday Kevin M., Nick and I went to Traverse City where Nick had an eye appointment. Kevin was able to get some driving time in and Nick got a good report from the Doctor. We ran a few errands while we were there too. After supper, Kevin M., Taylor, Luke, Jacob and I went to … Read more

J.D.’s List

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It’s a tradition at our house that you get to choose the food you’d like for your birthday dinner. Josiah has a birthday coming up next month. He came to me with a list the other day and said, “this is what I want to eat on my birthday.” I thought it was cute that … Read more

Wildflowers

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Zack and I went for a bike ride this morning and I stopped to take some pictures of wildflowers. He informed me that we had some of the very same flowers growing in the field near our house. When we got home he showed me where they were.

Numbering Our Days

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I’m not sure how many dandelion and wildflower bouquets my children have picked for me over the years but it’s been a lot. Last night while I was washing dishes, Jake, Zack and Josiah came to the door with a handful of daisies they had picked. Someday I won’t have little boys picking flowers for … Read more

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Yesterday the kids enjoyed getting back outside after staying in for a couple of days because of rain. The boys had fun watching the work taking place across the road from us where a lot is being cleared.Taylor, Kristi and I went for a quick bike ride in the afternoon. Josiah Taylor Kristi drawing in … Read more