The Little Things

Audrey at the farm.

Finding the small moments in each day make life so much more enjoyable.  While there are always ills and errands and chores and cleaning, it is more important to search-out the things that make you laugh, or make the people around you happy.  While we all have struggles and challenges and dreams that we strive for, it is important to not look too far away for we will surely miss the things right in front of us waiting to be shared and experienced.

Violet exploring out back.

A weekend in Indiana was a time for the family to relax and enjoy some time playing and exploring.  We took the girls to visit some horses and Audrey even got to saddle-up!  We took a nice walk at the farm, exploring the woods and pond, and I even managed to chop some wood in between rounds of football and swinging the girls in the air!

Daddy and his girls.

Audrey says that she loves to hug her stuffed animals.  She tells me that the things she loves the most right now are her unicorn that her grandmother bought her, and balloons are also a favorite at the moment.  At school, she enjoys playing in home living and learning how to draw and write with her friends.  She talks about going to high school already!  She tells me that being a big sister is tough sometimes, but she tries to share with her, especially treats!  The best part is helping feed her little sister, as well as washing her hair during bath time.  It is always interesting watching these two interact on a daily basis.

Mom and Violet.  A dynamic duo.

The evenings in our home still end the same way; bath, books, bed.  The night is not complete without two stories before goodnight hugs.  While I won't remember my trip to the store today a week from now, I will always cherish reading a Sendak story and listening to the laughter of my family   As stated earlier, the little things are sometimes the biggest in life.

Dad reliving his Alaskan glory days splitting wood.

Audrey taking a ride in the country.

I really like this picture.  Kim is getting very good at her craft.

Violet is all about safety!

Audrey in the woods behind the farm.

Daddy/Daughter catch.

Fly little one, fly!

Violet and Grandpa Cip blow out their birthday candles.

Audrey and Gail review their photos.