well, he's not a southern boy...

overheard at brunch today following an attempt by the waiter to talk to the kids (who stared at him deadpan):

James: (slightly annoyed)was that guy trying to talk to us?
Joe: yes, he was
James: (sounding astonished) why?
Joe: to be friendly, I guess


Joe surprised us by coming down yesterday, so the kids are over the moon. We also went and got a bike (for me) and a trailer to haul the kids in. Joe has wanted to go on family rides for a while now.....so I guess we will be starting!

treading

It's been pretty hectic around here. The house is getting there. Lots left to do, but less than there was. We have had a gruesome bout of rotovirus, which knocked us out for a week. James started at the Waldorf school, and loves it (accepted! woot!). Joe is also moving down soon, which will be lovely!