August Break: : Love

The end of the summer holiday is upon us. I would be lying if I said that we had summer weather the last two weeks. In fact I have been pretty depressed by the lack of sun but today we braved the weather and headed to the beach. I love the beach.

It turned out to be a beautiful day.
A bit of sun shine, lots of wind and the kids having a great time.

Tomorrow it is back to the school run routine!

August Break: Something New

I was in the garden this morning with my daughter who eagerly tried to harvest our carrots. Luckily I was able to prevent her from harvesting a strawberry, one of only two. I love the flowers from the strawberry plant and in my opinion they qualify as something new. 

A work in progress.

August Break: Lines

I was going to search for interesting lines outside today but then I remembered that I have a very busy day ahead of me... so as I sat at my kitchen table, trying out my awesome new birthday present pens the lines just started forming themselves.

August Break: Treasures

I have a lot of treasures... my husband sometimes calls me a hoarder but he does so endearingly. I took out a few of my precious things and my daughters jumped at the chance to dig into forbidden territory. Ultimately I have no greater treasure than my children and my family.

August Break: Black & White

It has been a grey day.

Lots of rain.

So much so that I didn't leave the house.

The children required a lot of attention because they have cabin fever.

I'm feeling pretty low with this cold summer weather.

I wasn't planning on taking a photo today but decided to capture my antique milk jug before the light is gone for the day. 

Maybe tomorrow will be better.

August Break: Jump

Heidi jumping around!

August Break: Bookshelf

I have a lot of books and a lot of cookbooks specifically. Here is but a sample since I have the rest hidden somewhere in boxes. These days I tend to read on my iPad but every now and again I just cannot resist buying a new book. There really is nothing like holding a book in your hands, turning the pages and losing yourself in the story.