tools of the trade

a different generation, same basic tools

an eagle flew over my house Thursday afternoon and Selah drew one

Abigail recreated the roses that grow on my fence

and I ended up with a beautiful mural

good old fashioned time and patience 

allowed Gabriel and Moriah to overcome their fear 

and become friends with the dogs

pinwheels and bubbles are always good outdoor fun

board games brought out smiles and giggles

oh the old memories that came to mind 

as I watched the next generation make memories today, 

using a set of new tools 

whose origins are probably older than I am, 

definitely repackaged, 

but at the core, 

the same ones I used in my childhood 

and my children used when they were little

to create our own summertime fun...