Parks!

The girls and I have been exploring parks here in Washington- St. Edwards, Carkeek and Discovery just this past week! We've loved visiting with a teacher from Jill's old school- Kathy Kaju- and taking her to parks and Pike Place and of course, thrift stores to buy books for her classroom!

Discovery Park was today's visit- 550 acres of amazing land with miles of beaches to explore. We found a jellyfish washed up on the beach along with countless shells and rocks. The girls seem to be getting closer as sisters and friends as each day of summer goes by. I am enjoying spending the days with them. I wish summer would last forever!

Watching Concerts at Marina Park

The girls and I met a new friend of a friend at Marina Park in Kirkland. We watched "Recess Monkeys" play kids songs (a band made up of Seattle teachers). It was great! There are free concerts every Thursday we may go to in the summer. It is right on the water and just beautiful.

The Girls Speak

Jill says, "We are now safely living in Washington having a grand ol' time. The house is amazing and there are so many cool places to visit. Plus, I love my great new bed and bedroom. The place is awesome. I miss my friends at Sherrod the most!"

Caroline says, "I have lots of time spending time with all my family and my friends. And what I love most of all is my friends. And I love the whole world. I like my new house. I like Owen and all my family. I love movies to watch with my whole family. I love you whole world!"

Heidi says, "Caroline is really in a good mood tonight! Things here are wonderful- I am loving staying home with the girls and getting all of the things settled. We painted the girls rooms and will paint more...the whole house is yellow! Whew! Our favorite park is St. Edward State Park- there is a terrific playground, beach area to play and a huge indoor pool we just discovered. Still can't find a teaching job- may end up staying home with Caroline full time next year (which would be fabulous). That is all for now!"