Swirling, Whirling Days



Spencer creates his medieval manuscript by candlelight.

 Living together means learning together-- learning to get along with one another, exploring our interests, discovering new hobbies and areas of study. Learning to help one another and help ourselves. The days swirl and whirl until I cannot remember where one year ended and another has begun.

Spencer recently created a lovely illuminated manuscript when he became (briefly) fascinated with the lives of medieval monks, and spent most of an entire day working on his writing by candlelight. The older boys and I have been enjoying Shakespeare plays. We've all been reading about Marco Polo. John Robert is passionate about swim team and math (go figure!). Spencer is passionate about karate and The Hobbit. Denver is passionate about being the center of attention!

John has a favorite quote: The key to happiness is to have someone to love, something worthwhile to do, and something to hope for. If that is so, then we are rich in joy.

Denver shows off his grammar skills

 



John Robert spends hours working algebra problems.





Spencer and friend enjoy a game of baseball.





Denver winds up another pitch.



















The cast of A Midsummer Night's Dream
from Shakespeare's Taverne.