In the Sparrow's Nest - Wildflowers and Rock Painting

May. 5, 2009

Wildflowers and Rock Painting

Posted in Wildflowers

The woods are alive with wildflowers, one of which is this beautiful Wild Geranium.

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And these Large Yellow Wood Sorrel, which are much larger than the regular Yellow Wood Sorrel we saw everywhere last year.

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And these Golden Ragwort.

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Today we each took a photo of wildflowers and did some rock painting.

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I think Gabby really enjoyed herself!

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While we were painting, we were entertained further by watching the cat enthralled with our new toad friend.

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May. 6, 2009 - Outdoor Learning

Posted by basketflat

You always do such neat outdoor learning. So, you're keeping the toad? Are you keeping for just a while, or for good? Your little daughter is so cute.

Cathy

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May. 6, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Jimmie

Fun! We picked up river rocks to paint. I need to get that going today!

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May. 6, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous

Love the rock painting!
I've just given you the lemonade stand award:
http://theforestroom.blogspot.com/2009/05/lemonade-stand.html

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May. 6, 2009 - rock painting

Posted by Anonymous

What a beautiful painting on the rock. You have inspired me for another outdoor inspiration!!! Thank you Melissa!

Anna :)

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May. 10, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Anonymous

That rock looks awesome! Great job! :)

Candace
www.candacemercyisnew.blogspot.com

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May. 20, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Dana @ School For Us

I love the rock painting and the photo with the cat! I can't wait to post about what we've been doing for nature lately... but, my dh is on the computer with my photos. Well, hopefully in day or 2. :-)
Dana

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My name is Melissa and I am a homeschool mom of three beautiful blessings ages 12, 10, and 4; and blessed wife to my husband for 16 years. We use Charlotte Mason's educational philosophies of learning the natural, everyday hands-on life way. We especially enjoy learning and growing together beyond the classroom doors in God's amazing creation in nature.

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