This little girl and boy bring such joy to my life. Skye is the blue girl, and Bogey is the green boy. The basket is a hand woven one, a gift from Auntie Carol in North Carolina. The swing actually has Bogey's name on it. I think that Skye is a bit jealous of the basket, as hers is not hand woven, nor near as nice. Usually Bogey's basket has toys in the bottom, but he threw all of his little items out last night during dinner. Bogey has started to talk, but I'm not sure what he is saying. I do catch "Bogey" sometimes, though.

This week the birdies will have a new experience as they go to a new Birdie Bed and Breakfast. It's their last little excursion before the school year begins. I know that they are very excited about their mission because the family who runs the B&B just lost their precious cat of 17 years and could use some tender loving care.

I lost a friend last week. My heart is so sad. It's overwhelming at times. Our lives are so uncertain. I am thankful that I have God.