Quiet Time

Honest. We didn't force this. Janet just snapped this tonight. Sometimes these moments of quiet bliss occur on their own. It's so cool. One kid picks up a book, then another, then the third. Before you know it, everything is great and nothing but the sound of turning pages can be heard. And the vaccuum cleaner. And the Indian's game streaming over the internet. OK, so they were temporarily being a little neglected, but at least they can entertain themselves. One important thing that was different about this particular reading session, compared with previous ones, is that Austin was actually reading his book. Not just looking at the pictures, but reading quietly his book. Very exciting!

Austin started his Gym class this week, and Lindsey started her math lessons this week. Part of her assignment was to make a little pattern from the pattern blocks, which she created in this picture to the left.

The kids have a habit of saying "we're in Hartville" when in the van as we get close to home. For as long as I can remember it's been Austin, once he spots the "Hartville Kitchen," starting it with Lindsey repeating. Now a third little voice is joining the fun. Reece made a good attempt at "Hartville." We're starting to hear more and more from Reecey now.

Thanks for keeping up with "the fam."