Loch Lomond
While my parents were here for a visit Dad rented a van and we drove a bit around Scotland. One of our favourite places that we adventured to was Loch […]
My Album Cover, well maybe one day
The rain passed this Sunday afternoon and we decided to get out of the house a little bit. Today was the last day of our car that we rented to […]
Goodbyes
Goodbyes are never easy. It was hard today to say goodbye to Pa and Marme as they headed back to Alabama. We have had the most amazing three weeks with […]
The Language Lessons Continue
We enjoying learning “English.” Proper English. It is an ongoing lesson, and we are having a ball. Here are a few more that we have learned, or maybe remembered, along […]
If you could get someone’s attention…
If you could get someone’s attention, what would you do with it? That’s a worthwhile question. Many different people want your attention. I am in a cafe right now where […]
Rusty’s Barbershop~Recapturing the best of Barbershops
Not long after we got to Durham, friends were recommending Rusty’s Barbershop to us. One must keep a good looking haircut while in England, of course. One afternoon I headed […]
History of the Horse Guards
When in London I took so many photos of the horse guards that I have to share a few more. I was fascinated to learn more about this elite military […]
Run of the mill
It has been a run of the mill day here. Homeschool then walked to the store for some groceries. Even a run of the mill day is exciting when you […]
The Lake District
This Saturday we decided to do a bit of exploring near Durham. The county next to us is called “Cumbria”. In County Cumbria headed east towards the Irish Sea there […]
From every angle
I am continually amazed how many people from this area have not been to the cathedral in years. Living in the shadow of this 1,000 year old, amazing stone giant […]
Packing Up Christmas
Just a short note today. We are working through our home school lessons and packing away the Christmas decorations. Since my parents are here we are filling one of their […]
When in London (Part 2)
Rob is back in the office today working hard. The kids and I will tackle a few homeschool projects today. Here are a few pictures that relate to yesterday’s blog […]
When in London
We just returned back home to Durham after a nice visit to London. My parents are here visiting us for a few weeks so we all popped on the train […]
You have probably NEVER seen Big Ben.
Say, do you know what this is a photo of? If you said Parliament or the river Thames you would be correct. However, if you said Big Ben you could […]
Renewing the Covenant
On Sunday, we had the opportunity to worship at the Wesley Chapel in London. When we arrived I was reminded that is was the first Sunday of the year. (I’ve […]
A Student Prayer
It is that time of year when many students get back to work after the holiday break. Today, we offer up a prayer of St. Thomas Aquinas: A Student’s Prayer […]
Our trip back in time (Part 2)
We continued on our tour of Beamish Museum and found our selves in a school house in the year 1913. I think that this horse in the primary kid’s classroom […]
Field Trip Back in Time
What a fantastic field trip! We have been hearing for months about the wonderful Beamish Museum and finally got an opportunity to go see what all the fuss was about. […]
Football Fans Are We
In recognition of the 100th Rose Bowl this week, I wanted take a minute to talk about good ol’ American Football. I miss our Saturdays in the USA where we […]
First Footing
Weeks ago Mr. Ray told us of a New Year’s Eve tradition from northern England that seems to be dying out here. The tradition of “First Footing”. During New […]
Carpe Annum
Carpe diem, “seize the day” is a good reminder to take the opportunities that God has given us every day and use them to the fullest. On New Year’s Eve, […]
Christmas all over again
By Megan Sunday was a great day. It started out with a nice sunrise on our way to the airport to pick up my grand parents (Beth’s parents) or, as […]
Father Christmas Likes Mince Pies
Our friends from the Crusty Bun Bakery (whom you will find often on this blog) gave the kids a book about Christmas in Durham. From that book we learned that […]
The Miner’s Nativity
When we arrived early at the Cathedral on Christmas Eve it was already packed with worshippers. We were ushered to the back to wait in a standing room only area […]
Boxing Day!
This family has a new tradition: Boxing Day. The fact that the USA doesn’t celebrate this is a shame. We are looking forward to bringing this one back with us! […]
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