A Touch of Nature

We are enjoying our beautiful new home.  Nearly every morning about 9:00-ish and some afternoons about 3:00 we have four grouse come into the yard.  They have been staying close to the fence but today came right up to the deck and were pecking in the grass that was showing.  They are quite skittish.  They can tell when we move around in the house and take off.  We are always pleased to be able to watch them.  I think this must have been their habitat before all the development.

We also have rabbit tracks and rabbit raisins in the back yard although I haven't seen a rabbit, Grampa has.  In fact the other night he went to the window in the middle of the night and saw two eyes peering towards him.  The bunny was sitting near the house near the window.  He probably was getting some warmth in that spot because you can tell that it is a favorite place for them to sit.  It is so fun watching these guys.  Best of all, it is nice to have lots of windows and the time to be able to observe.

An idea from RS:
Today we talked about service - one of the ladies shared that her mother keeps a bunch of new socks on hand and when someone is having difficulty she gives them a pair of "comfort socks" so they can feel her love and caring right from their toes.  What a smart woman she is obviously a great lady with a wonderful idea!

This family day, we want you all to know how special you are to us and that we are so very proud of you all and love you very much.  We have our family wall put together.  You will all need to come and see it.  It is my favorite place in the house.  Have a wonderful family day!!

Love you all forever,
Gramma & Grampa