Friday, October 22, 2010

A Feast for The Eyes

You all know how I feel about autumn. Mmmm...couldn't be a prettier, more energizing time of the year in my opinion. Just had to grab my camera this morning and capture it before all the leaves have fallen and November sets in. Look around you: the trees are changing...
 

...things that once were a huge part of your day (like your favorite chair in the backyard...the one that gives you full view of The Boy playing) get a little less use, but somehow become more beautiful. It's like you're seeing them for the first time when they're left to stand on their own...
 

Matt's summer playhouse: the center of activity in the warmer months. Now, it stands, looking like smoke should be rising out of its chimney (if it had one). 


Love the mini pumpkins, but really now, does it get better than one that's sparkly black?!


And even as the plantings start to wear from the frost and fade away, they never lose their beauty. 




Look at how the sunlight falls on my neighborhood? Enchanting...


I say "Why rake?" When God's confetti pours down, just enjoy it for a bit.
At least until the last leaf has blown off the last tree.


And yes...even Ruby looks more regal in this lighting.


So gather your acorns, pull the crock pot out of your pantry,
and get ready for the cooler months to come. Love it!



Thursday, October 21, 2010

Almost Perfect

This morning at Pool School, Matt asked his teacher, "You know what I can do?" She said "no," and he came back with "Walk on water." Hmmm. Only in mom's eyes, babe, and even then, only on a good day. I'm quite sure it was another gal's Son who holds that claim to fame.

...but doesn't he look cute in his SunSkinz?!

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Lines We Feed Our Kids

Every once in a while I wonder: When Matt's hit the age of reason, and can look back and reflect on all the stuff I said to him when he was little, will he confront me with "Seriously, ma...what the h*ll were you talking about?!" I mean there are truly times when he pops a question off and the fact is confirmed that my 4-year-old is smarter than me.

Anyway, I was glad to overhear the other day at the playground that I wasn't the only one who often feeds my kid a line. A man and his young son (seemed about 5) were on their way out of the gate I was standing near (trying my best to observe Matt at a distance...I hate hovering) when I heard the man state "Yes, class is over." "Why are the other kids staying then?" the boy asked his dad. "Their class just began," was the answer. Made me giggle. Hey, a parent's got to do what a parent's got to do to leave the playground without a scene.

What's the one line you've fed your kid that made you think "Ha! I'm clever. Better jot that down"? :o)
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