An Unexpected Forest, Book review
December 16, 2007
This book was unexpectedly delightful. It's a quirky novel set in Maine & Connecticut about interesting characters venturing out of the ordinary. The story held my interest because of the character's growth and interesting life paths. Was a nice break from my usual feed of non-fiction. Recommend it.
God's Harvard, book review
December 16, 2007
God's HarvardAn "outsider's" insider view of Patrick Henry College. Which, near as I can tell from reading the book, is for homeschooled, evangelical, right winged, politically motivated students. Wow, scary stuff and a very fascinating read. Because of my own evangelical leanings (I hate labels) and the fact that I ...
Wolfe's Neck Woods snowshoeing
December 16, 2007
Today's snowshoeing was absolutely gorgeous, chilly certainly but so beautiful I felt like jumping up and down for joy. And I did just that trying to keep warm! We went to Wolfe's Neck Woods State Park in Freeport and followed the Ledge Trail through the snow covered pine forest to ...
Instead of
December 12, 2007
Nativity Celine's photowriting a Christmas letter, stringing lights outside and making my yearly DVD of family photos and video I've been reading & crocheting. To my credit however, I blog every week so if family or friends want to know what's going on they can read it here. And I ...
Snowshoeing
December 11, 2007
Snowshoeing Thorncrag Sunday was our first time snowshoeing with the kids. What fun! We started easy with a tromp through the woods at nearby Thorncrag Bird Sanctuary. Many thanks to Mom & Dad Tougas who helped purchase the kid's snowshoes with the Christmas money they sent. (don't worry there are ...
First week of Christmas and Winter
December 8, 2007
A snowstorm hit early this week and put us in the winter/Christmas spirit. Damien had Monday off work since the college was closed due to the snow. Although it was a busy "work day" for me (lots of food planning for next couple weeks) the kids played hours outside and ...
