O Fair New Mexico...(we love you so!)

Went on a hike last evening with Kimbro and the boys. It's easy sometimes to forget how fortunate we are to live in such a beautiful place. Especially when stunning scenery and various hiking trails are literally in our back yard! It took us no more than 5 minutes to get to the trails.

Kiedis was determined to find a bear in a cave. Lucky for us, we didn't see one. He also wanted to see a snake. I'm really glad we didn't!



It has been so nice having Kimbro two days in a row during the week all to ourselves! I think by the second day he's probably anxious to go back to work.
Speaking of which, Kiedis might be starting pre-school now that he turns 3. I am only ready to let him go a couple of half-days per week. He keeps talking about going to "Caitlin's school". I hope it works out that he can go where she goes.

State Fair

This year was especially fun at the Fair. The boys were old enough to really enjoy themselves. Kiedis really liked the animals and ate cotton candy that was almost as big as he (which he decided he wanted after seeing the angora bunnies)LOL.
Ironically, Jude enjoyed watching the piglets nurse. It was difficult pulling him away from their pen. When we managed to, he would run right back. I know firsthand how that poor sow feels. I think it's time to think about weaning.
Kimbro took Kiedis to the rodeo as well. I didn't think they would make it to the end, but they did!

1907 vs 2007

The following was taken from a 1907 Home and Health, Pacific Press Publishing that I found in the front pages of one of my homeschooling books.

I liked it, and thought you'd get a kick out of it. It's sad that over time things have changed so much.

What a Little Girl Should Be Taught

• To cook plain wholesome food
• To make her own clothes
• To be neat and orderly
• To care for her own room
• To learn well the art of housekeeping
• To care for her person
• To exercise a quiet reserve in the presence of boys and men
• That all cheap talk is unbecoming
• That loose jokes about "beaux" and "lovers" are inproper
• That modesty is a priceless treasure, and will prove her the surest protector
• That her brothers are better escorts than most other young men
• That her mother is her best companion and counselor
• That her dress should be plain, and not the chief subject of her thoughts or conversation
• That she should wear only such styles of clothing as will cover her person modestly
• That it is better to be useful than ornamental
• That there will be time enough to learn fancy work after she has learned to darn stockings
• That the old rule, "A place for everything and everything in its place," is a good one
• That she should dress for health and comfort as well as for appearance

What a Little Boy Should Be Taught

• To be strong and brave- a little man
• To shun evil companions
• To respect gray hairs
• To be gentle
• To be courteous
• To be prompt
• To be industrious
• To be truthful
• To be honest
• To prefer the companionship of his sisters, over other girls
• To honor his father and mother
• To be temperate
• To discard profanity
• To be thoughtful and attentive
• To prove himself pure
• To be his sister's protector
• To refuse to listen to vulgar jokes or stories
• To use common tools skillfully
• To care for his own room
• To do all kinds of housework
• To earn money, and to take care of it
• To be neat and orderly in his habits and appearance
• To be self-reliant
• To be his father's partner

Sabrina's Homecoming Night

Well, like I promised some of you, here's a pic of Sabrina on the night of Homecoming. She had fun, and my mom and I had almost as much fun going as chaperones. Let's just say that for my mom and I, it was truly an eye-opening experience. One which made me consider homeschooling my boys longer than I had anticipated. LOL

Manzano Homecoming Game

Manzano 42, Del Norte 7
What a great game! And a fun night! Manzano is now 3 and 0...this is going to be a great football season. Not to mention how good the Royal Guard has gotten. Just in time, too; Pageant of Bands and Zia are just weeks away.
Kiedis is really getting into football, and loves to tackle anyone and everyone. Then when the band plays, he also loves to shake his money maker. This you must see in person. However cute he may look dancing, no one can get down like Jude. There is never a song or jingle that plays that doesn't arouse Jude to get down! No one around can keep from laughing out loud.

It has been nice to have "Tata Nal" around as much as he has been lately. I think he secretly enjoys doing all he has been with my parents. It's a nice change of pace for him, and it gets him out of the house. He seems much happier.

Albuquerque in the Fall

Here's a small taste of what you're missing if you're not in Albuquerque this fall: Fresh roasted green chile, the burning of Zozobra (aka. Old Man Gloom), NM State Fair, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, and much more.

C'mon people, what are you waiting for? A formal invite? Do you have any idea what you're missing?!