“It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men’s hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanation from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit.” ~Robert Louis Stevenson

Last weekend, Kathryn and I explored the cutest little town, with the most fantastic old trees. I don’t know how to explain how delightful I found it all, except that it felt like I’d wandered into a really good book. I don’t know if I’ll ever write more than just a blog, but I feel as though the likelihood increased by 3000% simply by living here.

from around the web:

• Risk and Resiliency: Help your child learn to assess risk :: On the playground and beyond, these are skills every child needs, and overprotective parenting won’t teach them.
• Clever Solutions to 4 of your Biggest Blogging Hang-Ups :: Good ideas no matter how long you’ve been blogging.
• Salted Caramel {mini} Apple Pies :: Even if you don’t plan on making them, go drool over these beautiful photos.
• 10 Reasons to do Random Acts of Kindness :: Inspiration to be intentionally kind. Did you know today is World Kindness Day?
• The Best Time of Day to Argue with Your Husband :: “After all, we plan and prepare for all sorts of things for the best outcomes, why not an argument?”

on the blog (in case you missed ’em!):

• 10 things different about island life :: It’s been a little over two weeks and life here is nothing like it was in metro Atlanta!
• 12 Christmas Card Ideas :: An older post with ideas I still love.

right here at home:

This week: puzzles and reading and walks and bike rides!

We’re still getting settled, but I’ve finally unpacked and organized our books so homeschooling can resume next week. Kathryn already started back to working on math and science, and will add in more next week; because of scheduling and holidays, however, we’ve decided to wait on her starting Latin until after the first of the year.

Linking up today with my friends Kris and Mary.

Jamie

Wife, mom, J-ma. Introvert who enjoys good books, sunshine, and authentic conversation. Often seen with a steaming mug of tea in hand – unless it’s lost yet again in the microwave. Read more »