Archive for November 3rd, 2009
Climbing the Tree (of Life)
November 3rd, 2009 | Author: Shannon
My little man is growing up; he’ll be three at the end of the month. I still remember the overwhelming joy I felt when I realized I was pregnant; the absolute love when I first looked at this little naked body; the joy when he first nursed; the terror with the first big cut (a lip wound) and all the blood; I remember the first steps; potty training, weaning…. and now my little baby boy is climbing trees.
This time of year change is so obvious and natural and gentle. I enjoy taking the children outside to experience the everyday changes of falling pine cones, falling leaves, acorns etc.
Last week, we went to the park where there was a cute little squirrel gathering goods for the winter and running up and down one tree. My son, who genuinely thinks of squirrels as his friends and playmates, began chasing after it. In complete terror, the squirrel perched on one very high branch.
Jeremiah is learning from his nature buddies and I am learning to appreciate the changes and seasons as a mother.
Have a great day! Be happy!
Colors Galore
November 3rd, 2009 | Author: Shannon
Good Morning, Happy Monday.
In my extra hour this weekend, I took some time to appreciate the colors. I am in total awe of how radiant the woods near my house look. The red, orange and yellow leaves contrast so spectacularly against the green pine trees.
One day last week when I was busily rushing home I just look out the car window to see all these colors and all this beauty.
It will be gone soon. Here’s out pond, many of the leaves have already fallen, reveling the grey branches beneath. 
Today I strive to rake the biggest, funnest leaf pile ever! And will post back here about it just as soon as possible.
