I’ve had some changes in my “farm-life”. I moved Emma to a stable that is much closer. It was a major experience searching for and finding the right stable. Wow, there are a lot of different kinds of horse people out there! I think we’ve found the right place, though. Emma seems happy there and we are all very comfortable. I can see her more often because it is so close.
Yesterday, our goats moved to a new home. It was a very sad day for me. I have had Meri (the little black-and-white one) for over 2 years. She’s been my constant backyard companion. She has helped me through so much. I’m going to miss her a lot. At least Emma is closer now.
My mom and I took the kids to Lake Selmac for a camping trip. We had a lot of fun. I’m afraid I was a bit cranky the first few days. I just don’t do heat well! It was 110F one day! The night before we were going to leave a HUGE thunderclap woke us all up! The kids all ended up in our tent. We didn’t have the rain flys on and we got SOAKED! It was fun, though. At least it was warm and wet. We also visited the Oregon Caves. It was nice and cool in there. If you’re looking for a place to go camping, I’d reccomend it.
Seth has his own blog which he updated quite a bit today. I think it’s a great idea. It teaches great journaling skills. Life is never dull with this kid. I wish I had more patience and understanding. He’s such a smart kid. I’m glad there are people in his life that were probably just like him when they were young. Of one of his adult friends he said, “Wow, Matt, I bet you were as smart as me when you were my age!” At least he has a healthy self-esteem! Check out his blog at www.smhelms.wordpress.com make sure to leave some comments!
