While Rachel has been here we have taught ourselves how to make some of our favorite things we have found here and in Jordan. While we were in Jordan we had this AWESOME Lentil soup so we have been experimenting with different recipes and created our own yummy version. We discovered Falafels while in Israel and found a recipe online. This was our first attempt and they were absolutely heavenly. Add our favorite salad of cucumbers, tomatoes, olives and feta cheese and we had a feast.
Nicole started taking Flute lessons several years ago while we were in China but when we got here they only had a beginning band class for 6th graders. Her flute skills were too advanced so she was asked to choose another instrument to learn during the class but still practice her flute at home. She chose the trumpet. Not exactly sure why but she said because it was totally different from the flute. So we are having to hear the beginning sounds of someone learning an instrument. I've tried to get our kids interested in music, which they are somewhat, but sports always seem to take precedence and music comes second. Oh well, at least they have been exposed to these things. They may never become excellent musicians but at least they will have an appreciation for music.
Sassy has become a very important part of our family here. She is such a loyal dog and will be waiting at the window by our front door for us to come home each day. We were so lucky to find such a good dog. Of course she can be the typical annoying dog at times barking and other unmentionable things but it is very difficult for us to get mad at her when she is so cute. Whenever there is food around she will stand on her back legs and beg. I've never seen a dog that can stand and even walk on their back legs like her. She should be in the circus! We love our little Sassy!
Vika can always find something to entertain herself and loves to play!
While Rachel has been here we have taught ourselves how to make some of our favorite things we have found here and in Jordan. While we were in Jordan we had this AWESOME Lentil soup so we have been experimenting with different recipes and created our own yummy version. We discovered Falafels while in Israel and found a recipe online. This was our first attempt and they were absolutely heavenly. Add our favorite salad of cucumbers, tomatoes, olives and feta cheese and we had a feast.
Nicole started taking Flute lessons several years ago while we were in China but when we got here they only had a beginning band class for 6th graders. Her flute skills were too advanced so she was asked to choose another instrument to learn during the class but still practice her flute at home. She chose the trumpet. Not exactly sure why but she said because it was totally different from the flute. So we are having to hear the beginning sounds of someone learning an instrument. I've tried to get our kids interested in music, which they are somewhat, but sports always seem to take precedence and music comes second. Oh well, at least they have been exposed to these things. They may never become excellent musicians but at least they will have an appreciation for music.
Sassy has become a very important part of our family here. She is such a loyal dog and will be waiting at the window by our front door for us to come home each day. We were so lucky to find such a good dog. Of course she can be the typical annoying dog at times barking and other unmentionable things but it is very difficult for us to get mad at her when she is so cute. Whenever there is food around she will stand on her back legs and beg. I've never seen a dog that can stand and even walk on their back legs like her. She should be in the circus! We love our little Sassy!
Vika can always find something to entertain herself and loves to play!
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