this week

It's kind of a shitty week, honestly.

This big, old rambly house feels empty like a cave without the hearty, good-natured energy of Sam.

Sidney is very quiet and a bit clingy.

This is no good.

 These are a few pictures from the weekend.

Heidi's dog was not a fan of the tubing, or kids getting off the tubes, or when they made noises to imitate seagulls.  She really hated that, paced around crying.

 This lawn swing wore out and they, inspired by the Olympics, I'm sure, want to do stunts on the frame.

Perfect, arching blue sky overhead--August arrived.

love, Val