{this moment} on two continents! 16 August 2013

Each week my South African friend Vanessa and I post {this moment} on two continents! as a ritual to celebrate our friendship and the bond we share as we raise our boys "together" on opposite sides of the globe.

This week we learned some life lesson - lessons about new beginnings, and about saying goodbye and hello all at the same time ~

This week we found an adult Tufted Titmouse that unfortunately met its fate on our road.  We took the opportunity to examine this amazing specimen.

 And then we held a proper burial! - United States

This week Aidan was experiencing major life changes as he explored his new home, and met friends and teachers at the Waldorf school where he will continue to grow and learn!! On the way home he spent some time saying hello to the goats and their new kids. {The seasons are shifting}

 And then some more puddling for good measure! - South Africa

Inspired by Soulemama - {this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo few photos - no words - some words :-) capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. 

{this moment} on two continents! 9 August 2013

Each week my South African friend Vanessa and I post {this moment} on two continents! as a ritual to celebrate our friendship and the bond we share as we raise our boys "together" on opposite sides of the globe.

 What a moment - definitely memorable - first big "goose egg!"
- United States

Waving hello to our SA friends and sending them big love as they prepare to move!

USA - ZA

Discovering all the gems in our garden and enjoying this exquisite house!!

There is a cape sugarbird feeding on top of the pin cushion protea on the right - South Africa

Inspired by Soulemama - {this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo few photos - no words - some words :-) capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. 

{this moment} on two continents! 2 August 2013

Each week my South African friend Vanessa and I post {this moment} on two continents! as a ritual to celebrate our friendship and the bond we share as we raise our boys "together" on opposite sides of the globe.

This week we experienced sheer joy:

Acquired through bug hunting,

and up close bug observation - United States

Through toddler yoga sessions,

and beach play - South Africa

Inspired by Soulemama - {this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo few photos - no words - some words :-) capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. 

{this moment} on two continents! 26 July 2013

Each week my South African friend Vanessa and I post {this moment} on two continents! as a ritual to celebrate our friendship and the bond we share as we raise our boys "together" on opposite sides of the globe.

This week our photos touched on the subject I think a lot about lately - child's play! I keep thinking that this is the one childhood that my boys will get, and the memories they are making will form the foundation of their character. My personal definition for childhood: The opportunity to explore the world unencumbered through wonder and play! (At least that is what I hope their experience feels like!)

 Drawing on walls - United States

 

 Jumping in mud puddles - South Africa

Inspired by Soulemama - {this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - some words :-) capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. 

{this moment} on two continents! 19 July 2013

Each week my South African friend Vanessa and I post {this moment} on two continents! as a ritual to celebrate our friendship and the bond we share as we raise our boys "together" on opposite sides of the globe.

 My baby gets a "big boy" bed - United States

 Biking with Papou - United States

 Exploring the roots of fig tree with Granny - South Africa

Inspired by Soulemama - {this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - some words :-) capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. 

{this moment} on two continents! 12 July 2013

Each week my South African friend Vanessa and I post {this moment} on two continents! as a ritual to celebrate our friendship and the bond we share as we raise our boys "together" on opposite sides of the globe.

This week we were able to take the time and share a moment with each other through a wonderful phone call!!!  Our theme this week consists of wisdom...

 Wisdom derived from the sage advice of a friend; while watching 

the summer clouds shift above me- United States

 

 Wisdom derived from a beer label from years ago and kept for 

safe keeping and reminding - South Africa

And we would be remiss if we did not entertain you with pictures of our boys! Our moments are a series of pictures this week ~ outdoor and indoor entertainment. Stretching our muscles and musical abilities.

 Little boy rock climbers - United States

Aidan's first mbira concert - South Africa

Inspired by Soulemama - {this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - some words LOTS OF WORDS & PICTURES THIS WEEK :-) capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. 

{this moment} on two continents! 5 July 2013

Each week my South African friend Vanessa and I post {this moment} on two continents! as a ritual to celebrate our friendship and the bond we share as we raise our boys "together" on opposite sides of the globe.

 Harvesting elderflowers with my babies - United States

 Miles took this photo of me & Ruben!

 Beach play - South Africa

(Nothing like our winters here in the states :-)

 Family time - South Africa

Inspired by Soulemama - {this moment} A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - some words :-) capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember.