Picking lavender

On the way to music class this morning, we saw a squirrel prancing around on the electrical wire. Then we passed a flowering bush that is typically filled with bees. Rikki wanted to stand between me and the bees. She said she was protecting me. I said, "That's so nice. You're my protector." She responded, "I'm the sweet protector in the whole world."

Then we picked some lavender, rubbing the leaves on our fingers and smelling them.

A beautiful day in Berkeley with a beautiful girl.


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Panda and Panpan sitting down for some ice cream...

With a shout-out to Max for donating the panda and to Linda for sending it!!

New bike!

Thank you, Eloise, for handing it down to Rikki.

Happy new year everyone!!

From our (new) home in Berkeley to yours, let's pray for joy, health, sweetness, and growth in the new year.

Seeing friends in Chicago

Back in Chicago, we saw some of Rikki's good friends

Seeking Strength at Indian Rock

I wasn't too good about taking pics during our Berkeley stay in August - but soon we will be back for more!

We made our usual climb to Indian Rock, stunning and spiritual as ever! It's got a magnificent view of the Bay - but this was the best view this mom could see ; )

More Summer pics

I am VERY behind on posting - but getting caught up now. Here are some more summer activities in Chicago late July/early August:

Swimming lessons and swinging at the "geodesic dome" at the Children's Garden.