Currently Enjoying...

Bill

Listening to: Imagine Dragons: Night Visions

A bit of a stretch for me, but I decided to check the band out with a couple of songs and its going well so far. Alternative rock-ish with a hint of folk and some 80's synths. Intriguing.

Reading: George Steinbeck The Pearl

Steinbeck is one of my favorite authors. The Pearl is a shorter story with fantastically frank insights on life. Not much dialogue to be found here and he executes it perfectly. The relational bits are so fascinatingly human. A great quick read, wish I could say more! 

Enjoying: Sixpoint Brewing Co.'s Sweet Action

Described as a "cream ale" which sounded good to me so I picked some up. A great, well-balanced refresher of a brew: malt backbone finished with a kiss of citrusy hops. Feels surprisingly full and creamy on the tongue. A very pleasant surprise. And it comes in cans!

Bethie

Listening to: The Longing; All Sons and Daughters 

A recent find by Bill. I really love the folksy feel. It's fresh and I can't get enough of it this week. And one of the people sounds like my girl Sara Groves and I love that sound.

Reading: The God I love; Joni Eareckson Tada.

 I first read this book when I was 13. It affected my life distinctly and I'm enjoying the refreshment of reading again. 

Enjoying: Coffee and Baked Goods in all forms. 

Is this anything new? No. But, there's something about the Autumn weather that just makes me want to bake and cozy up with a cup of coffee and some banana bread, pumpkins muffins, chocolate chip cookies, butterscotch brownies the list goes on... it's been a delicous Fall so far.

Jack

Listening to: The Muppets Soundtrack

Particularly enjoying the songs Life's a Happy Song and Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard. This album is a favorite to get dressed to in the morning. We don't claim to have much groove, but when this music comes on it's a whole new thing.  (Also, he doesn't have his own iPod, this was borrowed from aunt Caroline for the picture.)

Reading: Dinosaur Roar! 

Pretty sure the description on the cover speaks for itself. It is indeed a NOISY dinosaur book and that is exactly what makes it a favorite for Jack. Also, I think if your name is Jack Tickle and you write children's books than you're definitely in the right business.

Enjoying: Ping Pong Balls

Jack's enjoying a lot of things these days. Being fully mobile has officially brought him into the phase of exploring everything and learning that there are so many fun, delicious and captivating things to be enjoyed. Ping pong balls played with especially in the kitchen where they bounce all around is a favorite right now.