Winter is creeping in upon us and we have been spending our evenings huddled around the new wood stove. Why didn't we get this sooner? Our house has become a very cozy place. Sawyer has become somewhat obsessed with the wood stove and I see a hard lesson in his future...
Despite the drop in temperature, Jack still spends many hours outside. He will spend time out in the garage just puttering around or out in the yard looking at plants. The other day he informed Brent that there was a nail sticking out of the back fence, went into the garage and found his hammer, and promptly "fixed" it. I love this kid.
Sawyer wants to touch the wood stove. Sawyer wants to walk. He is such a determined little guy that it scares us. He is completely fearless. This last week has been a long one. Two different friends were each given devastating news about their pregnancies and now must grieve for a child that will never be. My heart is broken.
And yet, my heart is full. Throughout this week of sadness and questions and grief, I find myself surrounded by love and giggles and kisses and hugs.
This world is a very strange place.
