Most of all one discovers that the soil does not stay the same, but like anything alive, is always changing and telling its own story. - C. Williams
Friday, September 16, 2011
WWII Bunker at Camp Rilea
I think the kids were more excited about getting to play in the WWII bunker we found at Camp Rilea than the Civil War reenactment. Us adults enjoyed the view of the ocean as well as the wildlife while the kids played and played in this bunker. What a homeschool opportunity!
My nephew, Josh, inside the bunker. It was in pretty good shape still.
Loved this graffiti. Michael had to explain it to me. "Big Red One" was here Sept, 15th, 1944. How cool is that?
My nephew insisted I video their WWII reenactment. They were totally crackin' me up, especially Josh. He is the sound effect king.
I've been so busy with the prolific garden and having fun that I haven't had to time to visit other blogs, but hope to soon. Miss seeing what everyone is up to :o)
Wow, that is amazing!!! It is fun to find interesting bits of history like that! We were once stationed at Beale AFB in N. California, and learned that during the Civil War, they actually had camels out there on the base (it was a dry place). Also, there is a tiny POW jail on the base that was used during WWII and you can read some German grafiti on the walls!
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Michael and Jackie are the blessed parents of two, Josiah (7) and Hailey (4). We live in Oregon and have been married for 16 years now. Michael is in the Oregon National Guard, is a veteran of the War in Iraq and works for the Forest Service. I'm a full-time mom who works part time from home as a Soil Scientist doing soil database work. I'm also homeschooling our children. Our family's dream is to someday own a small homestead where we can raise/grow/make more of our own food. Our family's mission is to raise up godly children who love and serve the Lord with all their hearts.
*Period movies (Dickens, Jane Austen, George Elliot, Catherine Cookson)
*Making own dairy products
*Cooking from scratch
*Homeschooling
*Blogging
*Scrapbooking/Stamping
*Quilting (haven't done this since having kids)
Josiah
Soldiering is his life
Josiah's Interests
*Aikido
*Hunting/fishing
*Games
*Riding his bike
*Swimming
*History
*Geography
*Photography
*Books
*Legos
*AWANAS
Hailey
Sweet Daughter - Hailey Baby
Hailey's Interests
*Aikido
*AWANAS
*Books
*Singing
*Smoozing Daddy
*Dancing
*Music
*Playing outside
*Helping Mom with various household chores
*Anything to do with water
*Playing with her big brother
Harley Lovers
Michael has a Softail Custom '06 Harley Davidson that he rides every chance he gets. I love riding behind him, but I also got my motorcycle endorsement for Mother's Day last year, so now I'm riding it, too. It's so fun! This is a picture of us at the Bikes and Bronze Rally in Joseph, OR, a couple of summers ago. Eventually, Michael wants to give me his bike and get a bigger Harley for himself. Right now, one bike works fine for us because one of us has to stay behind with the kids anyway.
Biker Mamma
Watch out. Here I come!
Iron Cowgirls: Mom and Me
She loves the thrill of the ride and the romance of adventure. She's you and she's me; but most of all she just is. Long Live the Iron Cowgirl!
My Other Bike
When the weather is nice I like to ride this around town to run errands. It is quite a work out. I'm glad our town is mostly flat! Love the tag-along bike. People say, "There goes Jackie's train!". Sometimes I feel like the Little Engine That Could!
My niece, Lily's feet with my sister's wedding ring. I just love this picture!
Identical Twins
Everyone should have a twin! Stacie is my bosom buddy, personal prayer warrior and accountability partner. Click on our picture to check out her wonderful blog!
The Holy Bible
It'll change your life and give you hope.
Books I Recommend
The is a really good parenting book, especially for toddlers. It is called "Good and Angry".
Growing Kids God's Way
The Parenting Book That Changed Our Lives
Nourishing Traditions Cookbook
The ideas in this cookbook have changed the way we eat dramatically. This is not only a cookbook, but an excellent resource as well.
Clean House, Clean Planet
This is the best book about how to make your own, simple, inexpensive, non-toxic household cleaning products.
Dirt Bikin' Family
We love to ride dirt bikes in the desert or the forest. Josiah is old enough to ride on the back now.
Michael's Latest Project
Michael is restoring an old 1920's T-Bucket. Here is a picture of the frame that he's restored.
T-Bucket's Body
It was in really bad shape. He's currently fitting it out with a whole new skin. Can't wait to see what is looks like when he's got it all finished!
Ford Flathead V8
Michael found this motor in a local farmer's field. The farmer gave it to him and he took it home, cleaned it up, painted it and it fired right up. Eventually it will go into the T-Bucket's frame.
3 comments:
Wow, that is amazing!!! It is fun to find interesting bits of history like that! We were once stationed at Beale AFB in N. California, and learned that during the Civil War, they actually had camels out there on the base (it was a dry place). Also, there is a tiny POW jail on the base that was used during WWII and you can read some German grafiti on the walls!
Ha! Fun video (was great quality, did you shoot it on your camera or phone?)
You guys always go on the BEST homeschool field trips! :)
So cool! I never did go in it. Next time I will. I was too busy chatting on the roof with my sister! LOL!
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