Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Estes Park Elk Bugling


The high pitched squeal you hear is the bull elk. He makes the noise with a special tooth he has. During rutting season he uses this to herd his harem and warn off competing bulls. Sorry the camera and camera man is not better. We filmed this last Friday in Estes Park. Just about 30 sec. video. I just thought I would like to share a rather unique experience with everyone.

Monday, September 8, 2008

First Day of School

Last week was Aidan's first day of Kindergarten, and Stephanie's first day as a homeschooling Kindergarten teacher. Both Aidan and Ashlynn had a blast (although Aidan was a bit disappointed that he is not riding a bus). He insists on entering the "school" by knocking on our door. He even swiped an apple from our kitchen and gave it to Steph!







He picked out a special outfit for his first day. Not sure where he got the idea for a tie/ballcap combo, but he was convinced he looked pretty cool.











Ashlynn is getting so big! She enjoys tagging along for school with her big brother--often with "Jo-Jo" her favorite bunny in tow.

Hope all is well with the scattered Scotts. Those of us keeping an eye on the nation's capital are alive and well!