Birthdays Galore

When Minai, Ettelendil, Erondir, and Fiendir are at school, the house is almost silent with it being just Thrin and I. Normally it bothers me to some extent, but this time around I'm fully enjoying the peacefulness. I don't even have anything to really complain about. Thrin seems to like the calmness as well since he learns what I have to teach him better without his siblings around. I suppose that's because they're too distracting for him otherwise. Thrin becomes so curious when they are running about the house, and wants to see everything they're doing.

Aurora Skies

Our last days in Monte Vista were anything but peaceful. The last minute packing was crazy and stressful, and Thrin didn't help by crying constantly. I even began to wonder if there's really something that he needs, or if he likes crying for the sake of crying. I certainly hope it is not something that's going to continue as the months pass.