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Julius (6) and Celia (3) came up with Nissa in late July. A few days later Tyra arrived with Oliver (2 months). Then Carys and Adam (3) came for 10 days. All together, family was with us for three weeks. A great time, but tiring for Granddad and Murmur who are used to a quiet home. |
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The old cistern attracts the children as they hunt frogs and tadpoles.
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Murmur helps Julius identify an insect with his guidebook.
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Celia near the river.
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Julius and Celia attend a peace rally on the Brattleboro common.
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Julius with his new Lego pirate ship.
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Nissa hasn't lost her touch her touch when it comes to comforting a small baby. Oliver often found contentment in Murmur's arms.
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Celia celebrates her third birthday ...
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... and shows off her new necklace.
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Wednesday evening concert on the Newfane Common.
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But Julius and Celia found the fountain and other children more fun than the music."
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Julius searches for creatures in the Rock River ...
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... while Adam plunges in ...
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... again and again ...
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... and Oliver ignores it all.
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Mid-summer the gardens are at their most colorful ...
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... but Oliver was quite content with the toys closer at hand.
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