Zoo pics..

Another great post..

from Large Family Mothering about Homeschooling.

The pets (taken by Carlina)

1. Jacob Ruffian, our 1/2 bulldog, 1/2 Australian shepherd 3 year old watchdog...we have had him for a year now. He is a great family dog, just doesn't like anyone else.
2.Remy Jones-1 year old kitten adopted from family...he has the best personality ever.
3. Kumquat-adopted from a shelter in Florida in 2006, has adapted to being an Iowa kitty.
4. Montie-was a tiny sick kitten when my son found her outside an abandoned building near our business in Florida. Heavily infested with fleas, we didn't think she would make it. She is a very grumpy lady who spends all her time upstairs. She has also adapted to being an Iowa kitty by never, ever going outside.

Severe storm last night...

August 23

That is our official first day of school!! I (for one) am very excited...I am not sure about the kids yet. They are really enjoying their summer. We are having a heat wave and they are relishing the last few weeks at the city pool.

Regarding Home Schooling....check out IndoctriNation:Public Schools and the Decline of Christianity in America.

New house?

Isn't it cute? We are praying that if it is meant to be, things will move forward. Would appreciate your prayers in this, too!!!

Train fever!

Garrett is so thrilled to be the owner of a new model train! He has been having a blast with it. Trains have been Garrett's passion since he was a baby; the fever has not died down a bit. It helps to have a Daddy that drives locomotives at work:) He doesn't get to go to work and see it, but he loves to hear the stories.