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the final walk.   The whole of it,  the Hill,  from the big Gate at Carefree Way,  is i think,  about 8 times this expanse.  Maybe only 7.   At the end,  you can see the travel trailer.  Behind it the horse trailer that we will be moving down soon in case there is need for it.  It will be parked  down by the Rooster Swamp.

in this pic.  to the right is the second forest yard for Sunny Ray and Jack Flash.  The one with deer fencing that they summarily escaped.  Just beyond it is the way down to Campsite B.  To the left,  across from Tay is the Chicken World and Tenzen/Nogal's forest.  You can see two bales of alfalfa.  Those orange buckets are what i fill with Goat manure/compost and take here and there.  Each evening Tay and Puppy and i walk down to A and water.  Make our way back up.  We go up and down at other times too,  but for sure,  each evening.  It's almost a Full Moon.

Tonight i worked on a watering barrier around the Fig.   It's been running off.   down.  Has been ok,  but only ok.  Needs the barrier so i can let it trickle,  let it seep in.  I think it's good now.  4x4s and rocks.  The two trees we planted,  a Hosui Pear and Apricot Plumcot  are good today.  No sign of shock.  It was cooler.  Only high 90's.   The Hydrangea has stem buds.  

Today was Fate's evaluation in Sacramento.  He's on the "spectrum".  There was the thought that anything it is was from prenatal drug use.  Which ordinarily resolves around 3 yrs.  But they have placed him "on the spectrum".  Autism.  Ok.  I am even more glad we got into the creek.    Alyssia and Emrie come back on Wednesday.    Her  (Emrie's) father's mother,  her Houston Grandma,  took her to church yesterday to "formally introduce her to the congregation".   I have to wait to hear from Alyssia what all that  entailed….??????  Don't know what kind of church.   But Alyssia was going to Walmart to buy a dress.

am sitting on the step of the travel trailer writing this.  A dragonfly came and sat on the screen.

 

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8 responses to “every evening”

  1. Michelle Slater Avatar

    Mighty satisfying travelogue/memoir. Full moon on the way, and the folks soon to be back in your fold. Sweet dreams Grace.

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  2. Patty Avatar

    I so look forward to your posts and hearing of this new world!

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  3. joanne Avatar
    joanne

    My daughter was a gifted “spectrum” teacher. so if you ever want to discuss things, I can put you in contact. Fate.

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  4. Mo Crow Avatar

    loving these explorations of your new life on The Hill

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  5. jaime Avatar
    jaime

    I was diagnosed with learning disabilities – at age 38! All those years there were no words to describe WHY I was HOW I was. Except words that assault character or minimize potential. Definitely not supportive. No words that helped me understand me. A diagnosis can hold the potential to prevent/reduce suffering. It may give you/others the tools to make MANY things as enjoyable as the splashing in the creek. It may allow him to view himself as a whole healthy human being. The Hill will be a wonderful place for him. I don’t know who begat whom in your family but I do see that a thread of love runs clearly through it.

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  6. Tina Avatar
    Tina

    My twin grandsons .. identical twins have Autism. Thirteen and starting high school next year is challenging .. Every chapter has presented challenges. Not unlike the hills and valley’s we have all journeyed in our own lives and the lives of our children. Love goes a long long way .. 🎢🎡 all we need is Love🎢🎡🎢.
    I did not grow up with music .. really Christmas was about the only time I ever remember singing in my home. Slap me Grace .. but I just cannot help myself .. since being one of the 30+ Ukuladies I seem to find a song in everything. Help!! But really I believe we all have special needs .. we all need a village. Love your pictures and posts .. Love you!

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  7. Liz A Avatar

    Of all the hundreds (thousands actually) of students that I taught in my years as a school librarian, it is the children on the spectrum I remember best. They were special in the best sense of the word … often challenging yes, but also capable of remarkable insights and creativity. My heart is with you and yours … with Fate.

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  8. Liz A Avatar

    “who I taught” … not “that”

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