A Quick Snow and Noah's First Hunt

I awoke in the middle of the night to a beautiful blanket of white shimmering snow. It seems so early. The children would be excited. As soon as they woke, they begged to play outside. Beds made, teeth brushed, dressed, food in the bellies, and Bible lesson completed, the children eagerly searched through the winter box. I was not prepared for this. Digging winter totes out of the basement and quickly hauling them upstairs is a sure way to be reminded that winter is coming and it is time to organize all the coats, boots and other necessary items. 

We knew the snow would not last long. The ground is not frozen. So, outside play before school lessons seemed like a great way to start our day. The play did not last long. Cold hands brought them back in after a short while. Except for one child who presses on sledding and rolling snowballs, hoping to build a little snowman. Eli loves the snow. The others come in, get warm and head back out. I prefer the running in and out for warm summer days when the house doesn't get cold. 

Oh, and Noah went on his first hunting trip.  Several weeks ago, he started an independent hunter's education study.  Once he was finished, he attended a hunter's education class at Cabela's.  He and his Da spent the day together exploring the store and attending Noah's class.  He was excited to receive his Hunter's Safety Certification and Hunter's License.

Last week, Noah and his Da went hunting.  They spent a lot of time walking and exploring.  And, I'm sure good conversation between father and son happened.  It was a beautiful day.  Noah did a great job for his first time.  He came home with a squirrel.  Good job Noah.  I am excited for the next time they go out.  The younger boys are looking forward to the days that they can hunt with Da and Noah too.