Clare is enjoying school, which makes me happy (and every morning so much easier than it would be if she didn't).  She's learning a lot, including how to draw noses and eyes and mouths, some "Alpha Friends", and how the general routine of school works.  She has a friend to play with on the playground and likes to wear her hair a certain way because her friend does. 

Karl and Nora have adjusted to having her gone during the day.  They play well together during the day (most of the time) and Karl has learned how to play nicely on his own, although he keeps up a running commentary while he plays (Mom, big concrete mixer driving...  Mom, fire truck coming! Weee-oooooo...)

A fun $3 find at a garage sale. Karl's new favorite puzzle.

Our outside girl. She LOVES playing outside.