cabin

this week

It’s kind of a shitty week, honestly. This big, old rambly house feels empty like a cave without the hearty, good-natured energy of Sam. Sidney is very quiet and a bit clingy. This is no good.  These are a few pictures from the weekend. Heidi’s dog was not a fan of the tubing, or kids […]

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august

 It’s been a fine August week, hotter than heck.  The pleasantly dull routine is comfortable.  Thursday James came over with the kids while the cleaning lady worked at Dan and Alicia’s. It was dark as evening in the house, kids played Legos in the basement.  Later on after lunch, the sun came out and we

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kids!

At the end of Sunday afternoon, as one little guy was heading for the car to go home, he announced, “I love our cabin.” I love that he loves it.  It’s very loud and wild.  I mean, THREE one year olds?  That’s a trio of crazy right there.    This is some game about Pokemon.

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fun weekend

 The morning was hot and bright. John and Dannell had friends up for the weekend, and they were a very sweet family with great kids, so much fun.  Julia and their daughter are the same age and had a blast.  No idea what Uncle John is telling him here. Sweet July. Love, Val

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