Category: Fall

We have a special tree around our farm…it was planted a while back in honor of a relative who passed away with funds given by dear friends.  It is also special because it was planted about the time we moved to our farm…we have taken yearly pictures of the kids near it.  It has been fun to see the growth in both the kids and the tree!  We are so thankful this tree has not died, in fact, it has thrived and is doing so well!  This Fall the leaves are a vibrant red – I LOVE it’s colors!

I took several pictures of our little red maple a few days ago…I like many of the images taken but these two really stood out to me.  I am drawn beyond the picture to how the Lord used them to speak to my heart!  I pray your heart is encouraged as mine has been!

God can take that which is imperfect and make it beautiful!  Simply amazing!

This time of year always goes by so fast!  From Fall activities to Thanksgiving and into Christmas, it always seems like a whirl!  Yet each moment is filled with memories that will be treasured forever!  The photos below are a rather eclectic mix of things from everyday life.  Kids all dressed up for a photo shoot, shots of their random footwear and corn gathered from a field after harvest.  Two pictures in this set were taken on a very foggy day, can you tell which ones they are?  There is also a rather “plain” photo of some “weeds” – every time I see these tall weeds they make me smile.  If you look at the image for a moment maybe you will see what brings the smile to my face.  🙂  (The reason is listed at the end of all the photos.)  I also really like the individual photos of leaves along with the lovely berries.  The indoor shots were fun to add…  Of course, the setting sunlight is so pretty, as are the alert animals we see all the time.  So, that is what this post includes – a little bit of everything.  🙂  BTW, can you believe CHRISTmas is only 9 days away?!

Did you take a moment to look at the tall weeds?  Did you see the “heart” they make?  That is what I see ever time I round the corner to our house and it makes me smile.  🙂

No matter what we have encountered this year, I know there are MANY things for which each of us can be thankful!

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day!

Turkey hats made and proudly worn by the kids.  🙂

I just wanted to say a special THANK YOU for the sacrificial service of so many!  You are deeply appreciated!

I just love this time of year…below are a few pictures of what we have seen around here lately!