Ironman Bikes

Day 250/365
We stopped to watch some of the competitors in the IRONMAN Wisconsin triathlon. The biking course is very close to our house and we cheered on some of the competitors. It's a hilly, grueling 112 mile ride - that's only the biking portion. These racers were just cresting a hill a few miles outside of Mount Horeb. I am amazed at their determination!

Pottery at the Farmer's Market

Day 249/365
We met my aunt and sister at the Madison Farmer's Market on the capital square. We hadn't been there for several years and really enjoyed the beautiful day, seeing all of the offerings from a wide variety of local vendors. We sampled lots of fresh produce and some baked goods. We also found some local artists selling jewelry, printed t-shirts and pottery. I especially liked this collection of hand made bowls.

Cave of the Mounds

Day 248/365
We took a field trip to Cave of the Mounds today, along with some other homeschooling families. At the end of the tour, the kids were able to pan for rocks and gems. Jevin made a pretty good haul!

More Growing Up

Day 247/365
Here's my big 5th grader! I blinked and he's turned into a young man. I'm wishing that I could slow down time, just a little bit, because he is growing up way too fast for this mama.

Cactus

Day 246/365

Back to School

Day 245/365
Our first day back to school.

End of Summer

Day 244/365
This is our last day of summer vacation. Tomorrow we start back with school, routine, work, chores... but today we enjoyed the beautiful weather and took advantage of all this long weekend had to offer. There are still sunflowers blooming in the garden, so fall may be on its way, but it is not here yet.