I am doing Mabon planning now. I always leave planning for these holidays until the last minute, and then we miss them.

The Wheel of the Year is important to me--not in a god/goddess worship kind of way, because I don't believe in deities. But as a recognition of the circle of life, of nature, of mythology and lore and ritual, I really enjoy it. I like passing this along to my kids.

So, pagan friends, any suggestions for activities/children's books that reference Mabon?

Oh, my. Oh my oh my oh my oh my oh my...!

Charlotte Mason Help

Hello, LJ friends,

I have friends here in Fort Wayne who are amazing photographers. They call their style "organic photography." They are hoping to spend the winter in Arizona, but need some bookings in that area to make this dream a reality.

I'm helping spread the word by posting a link to their website. Take a peek around and if you know anyone in Arizona, will you please help spread the word?

Thanks!

Albright Creative Imagery

Rumor has it lawn_mama is gestating.

Dear ElJay,

Talk to me about Diva Cups. Comfort, ease of use? Good, bad, love, hate? How long does it take to 'get it right' or will there always be a risk of leakage? How long does it last before you need to change (speaking of hours here, not years)?

Thanks and love.

eta: I should have said 'menstrual cups' instead of Diva Cups. I didn't realize there were so many different brands!

Tighten up your bootstraps and get things done today, dear Aquarius. There is an expansive feeling in the air that will aid you in tackling whatever it is that you need to do. The more practical you are in your dealings, the better off you will be. Take things one step at a time instead of trying to rush through to the end. Don't forget that the journey is the reward.

Has anyone heard from bulvai?

Who is on Twitter?

Yesterday, we had baby robins in a nest in one of our smaller maples.

Today, we had a hawk in the yard and an empty nest.

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Everyone is welcome, so invite a friend.

It's a rewarding experience when a child opens a book and discovers the magic of reading.

This morning has been so peaceful.

It has rained steadily but it was a quiet, soothing rain.

The windows are open and there is fresh air flowing through our home.

Birds are outside my windows, chirping, singing.

It is almost ten and all of the kids are still in their rooms, very quiet, all tuckered out from a long and busy yesterday.

This is my favorite time of year for the simple fact that it is warm and green.

I love the view from my kitchen window. Between the window frames, I see a wooden swing set nestled between two large maple trees overflowing with leaves, a crabapple tree just behind it, and bunches of pink and white peonies. I love the green, green, green...the leaves and the grass. It's so beautiful.

I love to look out the front door. My favorite tree is dripping with large leaves and provides a substantial area of shade, and the grass beneath is utterly soft. The branches are so large I can't see the house across the street, and it feels private and quiet.

Looking out the western bedroom window, I can see nothing but purple and green from the bushes and leaves outside. It's lovely.

When I gaze out the northern window in the living room, I see a field with a boundary of woods. More green. I love it.

Summer is late in coming this year, but the breezes are soft and cool now, and I have no complaints.

I swear, I am going to start journaling again. Someday.

But first, I really like the new mood theme LJ has out. Cute!

I was nudged by navygreen quite some time ago, but became sick shortly after with a sinus infection like I've never had before.

I haven't been online in nearly a week. It's strange but just five minutes online and I'm feeling dizzy and my eyes seem repulsed by the screen. I have to keep looking away.

Perhaps an update will have to wait.

*rambling conversation between Abby and Adam, during which he mentions a loose tooth, and she says soon he can put it under the pillow for the Tooth Fairy*

Adam: There's no Tooth Fairy! I know it's really Mom who puts money under the pillow, and I've known it for years!

Abby: (shocked expression, looks at me and mouths is that true?)

Me: *hemming and hawing*

Anna: grinning at my discomfort and being no help whatsoever

Abby: Mom?

Me: Okay, Abby, it's true, I'm the Tooth Fairy.

Abby: (long pause) Okay, Mom, that's not true, because remember the time I was going to sleep in Adam's room and you set the futon mattress out for me, and we were going to watch a movie, and you and I were cleaning the kitchen, and when I went in the room, the Tooth Fairy had already put the money under my pillow?

Me: Yes, that was me, I put the money there when I set the mattress up for you.

Abby: No, you didn't. Besides, I have that letter from the Tooth Fairy and she drew a picture of herself on it! And Adam has a letter from the Tooth Fairy in teeny tiny writing.

Me: Honey, I wrote those letters.

Abby: (looks at me with a "nice try, mom" expression) No, you didn't.