BACK TO SCHOOL BASH

We officially started our new school year yesterday. Although for the kids, school never ends. They love to learn. Even the last 2 weeks as I gave them a "break" from summer school, they were asking to do a math sheet or practice letters, etc. They are hilarious!! To mark the beginning of this new year, we did a few things with the kids over the weekend to celebrate & let them know how special we think they are. We went to Pittsburg to play mini-golf & then to eat at Chili's - that was a big hit!! After which we came home, made kettle corn (thanks dad for the yummy recipe - now a family secret, so we won't be sharing! HeeHee) & watched football (JM's personal favorite).

I asked Isabelle if there was a treat she wanted me to make for back to school, (I've done extensive cakes in the past - not real excited about that idea this year, but I was willing!) Her response was "Can we make a bird house fruit salad?" Huh??? She ran to get her Ranger Rick magazine & came back with the picture & recipe. It was a watermelon with pineapple for the perch & banana for the door. She was so pumped so how could I say no. Healthy & EASY!!! The kids had fun making & eating their creations.

We are all very excited about our year & will continue to post updates as "the teacher" has time. Please pray for us to get a contract on some land we continue to feel led to buy. Also please pray for my voice. It has gotten really bad & I have had to go back to 2 "1 hour" quiet times a day as a did a few years ago when I had to have voice therapy. It is very frustrating & at times pretty painful. Thanks to all who read & keep updated on us. It means alot that you care. Leave us a message!