time with B

Blaise and I checked out the Lilacs today at Highland Park. Just walking around the park was so fragrant but it does help to get a 'big sniff' if you get your nose right on in there.

 

highland park

The magnolias are in bloom! It is time to run around Highland Park and climb trees (Ambrose and Blaise) or take photos (me). The flowers didn't disappoint, giggling was loud and the 'annual' pic in the old stump.

 

lilacs are out

The boys and I enjoyed a walk at Highland Park this morning before getting started on schoolwork. Going in the morning beats the crowds which is important as we are still social distancing. The lilacs were in full bloom and the consensus on our favorite was the two-toned purple lilac called 'sensation'. Turns out we have one close to home . . .in our neighbors backyard!

Lilacs make this area so beautiful. We have three lilacs in our backyard and they smell so sweet. As I was doing yard work yesterday I enjoyed their fragrance.

day to vote

I voted today.  Susan B. Anthony helped provide this right.  Her grave site made history today in Rochester.  Hundreds of people lined up and stood in line for hours to put their 'I Voted' stickers on her grave site.

The boys asked questions about the right to vote, parties and opinions they have heard.  We discussed and gave the information we thought appropriate for their respective ages. 

I made a conscious effort to 'keep them young' and go for a walk in Highland Park for some good old-fashioned fun.  Running in, kicking up and jumping in leaves.  Rolling down a hill together, hiding under a tree and pointing out beautiful leaves.  Small but important.

Without intention we were steps away from Susan B.'s grave site.  Although we didn't stand in line to put our sticker on, the boys recognized the importance.  That is making history for them.

climbing at Highland Park

Buds of magnolias to some fully shown

Trees, some bare, some full

the dance of spring

Little hands and feet daring to climb higher and higher

Brisk night to enjoy Highland Park