We really don't like raccoons around here, but this cute little thing (along with 3 others) was discovered under our big Cottonwood Tree the other day. We think they either climbed down or jumped down because they were hungry - Chelan had killed their mother a few days earlier (if we don't get them, they kill our chickens)! Anyway, we enjoyed watching them for a little while, and then Shammi came and took care of them quickly! Gotta love country-living!
I have struggled with writing about the shooting in Hesston - in fact, I wasn't going to post anything about it. However, for the sake of memories, I decided I should at least touch on it. It does deserve a place. It just hit so close to home - particularly since Doug was directly involved. Honestly, I sometimes feel guilty for struggling with this tragedy. I wasn't there, I didn't lose anyone close to me, and, although I know a few people who work there, I didn't know any of the victims. And I get to move on with my life with little disruption. I feel like I am on the outside looking in. But I guess that's okay. I didn't have to be directly involved for this to touch me. My heart is sad for the families of those who died, for those who were injured, for those who witnessed it, for my brother-in-law who will probably replay images over and over, for my sister and my niece and nephew who might sometimes wonder "what if?", for th...

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