They’re here. Two of them. The most adorable, cuddly things ever. Liliana is in heaven. Now we begin training before the winter months are fast upon us. What joy! What happiness! But first, I need a nap…
Oxbow Park & Grandma Lien
Well, Gamma has finally arrived, and Liliana demands her utmost attention. “Watch,” says Liliana, then dances interminably. “Come,” says Liliana, then leads Gamma who knows where. She has one more adoring adult to give her love–as though she needs more! Today, we went to Oxbow Park, a lovely nature reserve not far from us, with […]
Do You See?
Have you heard of Ted Kooser, the poet? I suppose in today’s realm of poetry, it’s a crime to be “accessible” to the masses, but he is, and I love his down-to-earth, honest words. [I think it’s more of a crime to capture things in writing that only a handful of people can understand, let […]
The Only Student You’ll Ever Have is You
Who told us as children that a hummingbird never rests–that it will never sit still and drink? I’m not sure, but I’m here to tell you it ain’t so. The picture above is proof enough. I’ll never get enough of these feisty, delicate birds. They are absolutely breathtaking. And then I wonder why I think […]
Art Lessons and Resources for Kids
I found Deep Space Sparkle yesterday. Love at first sight, I must say. Patty Goleta is an art teacher at two elementary schools in CA, and here are a sampling of her art projects, divided by age groups. The name Deep Space Sparkle is Patty’s favorite Crayon color, “conjuring up spoonfuls of imagination and endless […]