little mouse around our house

This little mouse migrates around our house.  Some nights he is here resting peacefully.  Other nights his little matchbox bed is hiding a heap of rocks so eager sister hands don't find them.  Sometimes, he is tucked into bed with his owner and occasionally, he is completely hidden away for months at a time while he hibernates from play.  I was happy to find him perched here in our entryway this morning.

Fiery winter sky

The beautiful winter sky can change dramatically with passing clouds at sunset.  This evening we were all struck by the "fire in the sky," as my middle one observed on the drive home.  Watching and observing the sky through all the seasons is one of my favorite past-times.  We love to see how the sky can make the same scene change so drastically from day to day.  

Enjoy watching the winter sky where you are!

birthday goodies

Amongst the birthday madness that happens in our family from December 25 to January 18, simple handwritten messages taped around the kitchen this morning from my middle girl {days after my birthday} make me smile.  Yes, these are the best birthday wishes.