School is over and to be honest, it was something of a long slog to the finish.
One hour after school got out ‘they‘ (Our Little Miss and her entourage) showed up. We couldn’t have started the summer holiday in a nicer way.
The birthday blocks were a great hit, as were the colorful bags I’d sewn to store them.
Bags with the emphasis on the ‘s’.
Bag #1 was too big. It’s use was deemed to be a ‘picnic’ bag.
Obviously bag #2 was a tad too small.
Bag #3 was just right!
A house full of people you love is an excellent antidote to a tough year.
Every time we asked Our Little Miss, ” Where’s Uncle R?”
She pointed to the ceiling fan. He’s tall, but he’s not that tall.
I made the family classic ‘Covered Wagon’ cake, which made a lot of my people happy.
The plate is the one my mother always used to serve it… only the beggars during construction have changed.
Our Little M was not quite sure.
But she quickly came around.
The wind blew for the whole visit, but that didn’t keep us from playing croquet or the kids making me laugh so hard, that I was crying.
It was the best Father’s Day ever…
(Number 5 Son in the middle has grown so tall we made him kneel).
A precious time and picture.
And we are very, very blessed.
I continue to love your blog! This Father’s Day post was especially lovely. We are arriving at your neighbour’s farm (our daughter Jen) late this evening. When you see an old girl with a cranky hip walking down your road, you’ll know it’s me!
Come by and say hello!
We arrived today! I’ll stop by!
What a beautiful family and beautiful handiwork. Can’t wait to come visit.
Thank you, Farm school is just around the corner.
Awwww. So happy for you and Pat! Little Miss is just precious!! I remember enjoying your Covered Wagon cake, yummy. Your porch is such a lovely spot for a photo. Enjoy your summer!
Thank you my dear friend, I hope all is well with you! xo
Oh my goodness, what an adorable Little Miss! I think I said pretty much the same thing when she was born. And she just gets cuter! It looks and sounds like it was a fun Father’s Day for everyone!
Thanks, Cousin! She is a tiny little thing and so, so fun (and darling).
Love love love this post, Ellen! Family is everything. I hope your summer is long and relaxing.
Hey sweet Sis, thank you so very, very much!