Turkeys n More

We had a wonderfully busy day! Last night the kids had a sleepover with two of their friends. This was really good for them, as meeting new friends after our move has been a bit of a slow process. Actually meeting people is easy; it's connecting with them in a way that moves from acquaintance to friend. I think we are getting there ;-)

We had Homeschool co-op today at our house. The kids have moved on from doing their play, which I think they will all finish writing and actually perform it in the spring. There is an outdoor stone theater in a park that would be wonderful for them to get the feel of how things work on a stage. Today the kids all worked on singing Christmas songs, which they then want to sing at a nursing home. I think this is a great idea. My husband on the other hand does not because we do not personally celebrate Christmas. So here again is one of those issues that come up - which we would probably have to take for granted if, hey were in public school. The diversity of the whole home school group we are in makes me more comfortable as there are many others who do not celebrate Christmas either. What I think is difficult with this is that all the kids decided together that this was something that they want to do. I want to support that.

When I was a kid I sang in chorus in school and every year we sang at the school, and at the mall. I thought it was fun and enjoyed it - and certainly did not care that the songs were particularly Christmas songs. I can't help wonder what my kids will do when they are older. They will certainly make their own choices.

In any case, the highlight of our day was visiting the organic farm of another homeschooling family. They are members of our co-op and had lots of extra turkeys. So I stopped by to get two - and the kids got to walk around and pet the cows and horses. The farm is so spread out and absolutely beautiful. The rolling hills coupled with the weather today (cold and rainy) made you feel as if you were in Scotland or Ireland.

I love the idea of buying directly from a farmer. I know this family and how they raise their animals. There are no hormones or junk in these turkeys!

This was one of those moments where I thought - ah this is what I want to do! I don't know the first thing about farming - and having to take care of such a large area seems a daunting task. But the idea of raising my own food - and raising it in a pure organic form seems so fulfilling.
I guess I'll have to add it to my list. Sometimes I wonder what I would do if I was told I have certain amount of time to live...would I change something drastically? Would I really pack up the family and head to India?

Well in the spirit of things, I will have to be thankful for what is - that my husband has a good job that he enjoys, we are all healthy and happy and smart. We are meeting new friends and making connections - and we have so many blessings in life. We are learning new things everyday - and hopefully our path is winding the right way...

Have a Wonderful thanksgiving and remember all the blessing you have to be thankful for!