Stopping for a breather

Hubby gave me my Christmas gift early! We drove to the country and picked up this lil darling.
Maggie is an English Mastiff and she is 12 weeks old and about 40 lbs. I don't have to tell you all she is going to be one large dog!
She is such a sweetheart already, she loves to be cuddled and carried but I don't think we will be able to carry her for much longer!
Aside from my early Christmas excitement I have been busy creating and baking goodies....can't really say what I am working on as eyes are everywhere! It is a busy time but I am enjoying it all.

It's a very busy time!

Just wanted to jot down a few quick notes. I have been very busy trying to get all the decorations up and the baking started as well as the homemade gifts made....whew!
I am loving it tho: )
Hope everyone else is doing well, keeping busy and enjoying family and friends but most importantly taking some time out to reflect on the love that God has for us and the gift He gave us!
More to come soon!

Fall

Trying to do some catch up on my blog here, enjoy the pics!








The weather has been so great lately! We have taken advantage of this by getting out for a few road trips and daily trips out to the dogs favorite stomping grounds. Best we do this before the winter weather settles in and limits our outings!












When we drove into Chester we found Popeye!

We found Brutus but couldn't find Olive Oyl anywhere! I am sure she must be around there somewhere.


It was a nice lil get away for hubby and myself. We enjoyed some quiet roads and peaceful scenery and discovered some new ground.

Now we are getting things ready for Thanksgiving and Christmas....we opted for a homemade Christmas this year so it will be a busy time for all of us. I will try to keep this blog updated, I know I haven't been very regular but I will try ; )

Sad Day

The weather seemed to fit in with the mood today. We got word today that a precious sister in Christ passed away.
She had suffered with the cancer battle for quite a while now and on one hand it is good to know that she is not suffering and in so much pain but on the other hand she will be missed terribly by her loved ones.
If you read this please lift the family up in your prayers, I am sure Debbie would be so grateful.

Apple Picking Fun

The entire family had planned on going apple picking but......Son #2 had to work and Hubby was sent out of town with work as well. Son #2 works at a bank so he was needed and hubby works for a mental health facility....every now and then they need to escort a forensic pt. to another facility due to aggressive behavior. Well it was hubby's turn to go and sadly he missed out on one of his favorite places to visit in the Fall.
So into the bronco jumped in Son #1, Dear Daughter-in-love, Dear Daughter and of course me!
Off we went to pick some yummy delicious apples!

We had the lovebirds....can you see how many apples they picked? Too much time spent hugging and taking pics! Aren't they cuties?
Good apples are way down yonder!
Three of my precious kids. Grandbaby #1 is snug and warm in Daughter-in-loves belly! We are sooooo excited!

Farm Tour

This was our first year going on the farm tour that is held locally. As you can see many people take the tour! It made for a lot of walking from one cluster of farms to the next. It was a bit on the cold side but hot apple cider made it feel just fine out there.
Tons of antiques were out to be bought! I was good.......enjoyed looking but didn't buy anything.
I love birds and birdhouses!
One of the many farms we visited. Each farm had a few vendors who were selling goods. I can't say what I bought as they are gifts!