Thanksgiving Fun....
On Thanksgiving Day Grandpa let the kids have rides on the mules.  They all enjoyed it even thought it was only a high of 35 degrees.  At least the sun was shining, which made it feel a little warmer.

Anna and Noah really like Ruthy and Buck.  They always have big smiles on their faces when they get to sit on them.  They did have there first fall off of Ruthy when she got a little spooked.  Both Anna and Noah were hurting for a while, but thankful they have recovered.

The 4 wheeler was also a big it with the kids.  Gabe had a chance to spend time with his cousin Killian.  These two boys have so much fun together.

God's Love Keeps Us Close
Across The Miles

No matter how far apart we are
as we celebrate God's goodness,
His love is a blessing that is
welcomed in our homes,
appreciated at our tables,
and shared in our hearts.

Know that you're thought of, missed, and wished the very best He has to give both now and always.

Give thanks to the Lord for He is good; His love endures forever. Psalm 118:29

 Jump-starting Christmas Fun.....
This past weekend Westfield shopping center had some fun Christmas activities plan for the kids.  The kids had a great time decorating some delicious cookies, making Christmas ornaments and spending time with friends.

Noah especially like eating his marshmallow that he roasted over the fire.  He thought it was so much fun getting it all over his face. 

Give Thanks to the Lord

You are my God,
and I will praise you;
You are my God,
and I will exalt you.

Give thanks to the Lord,
for He is good;
His love endures forever.

Psalm 118:28-29

Ninja Turtle Knitted Hat!!!!

Homeschool Room Demolition.....

The kids had to pull up all the old floor tiles.  The kids had a blast and it made a lot less work for mom.  There was no stopping them!

Now it's time for the new ceramic tile.

Homeschool Room.......

I wanted to share our school room.  A few months ago I tore some old carpet out and the kids then took up some very old ugly tiles.  Then my father and law helped me lay this very pretty cermaic tile, which makes the room look awesome. It was a lot of work, but worth it in the end.  It's nice to be able to clean the floor and have it feel clean when I'm done.  

 Here's a picture of when the tile all just got put down. 

 We also have a nice loveseat, which is nice when we want a little more comfortable place to sit. 
We love our school room and it's a great space. 

Our New Piano....

I happen to come across a free piano on Craigslist about a month and a half ago.  I couldn't pass it up and we just love it.  Since we brought the piano home Anna has been busy at practicing.  She has been doing great and I have also been enjoying the sounds of a real piano.  Gabe even asked me last week if he could practice in his book.  It's been fun teaching my kids one of the things that I love to do.