Great Books!

Rarely do books come along that can keep you coming back for more.  But thankfully, I've found such a series, through Guideposts.  Tales From Grace Chapel Inn is a series about the Howard sisters who have turned their family Victorian home into a Bed and Breakfast after the death of their father. With 47 books in the series, it's easy to get caught up in the tiny village of Acorn Hill, the characters who live there, and the experiences of the sisters as they run the inn.  It's so good to read books that are free of sex, swearing, and violence. Books with Christian morals and stories. There are many series of books available through Guideposts, and individual books also. So if you want some excellent reads, check out Guideposts.org and find what interests you.  So many books, so many choices!

Peanut Butter

Let's face it. I'm a peanut butter addict.  If I were told tomorrow I'd never be able to eat pb again, life would be over as I know it. For the past several years, this has been my breakfast. Hot cocoa, (now made with almond milk) and an english muffin with ample amounts of peanut butter melted and dripping on top. Dipped in the hot cocoa, melting into my drink.  For this reason, breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. No other breakfast fare comes close, or is acceptable. I ran out of my peanut butter two days ago. Not to fret, Ken was going shopping in the middle of the night,(if you read my blog you know this is Ken's favorite thing to do and my least.) and assured me I'd have my beloved butter for breakfast.  So when I got up yesterday, anticipating my morning delight, I was mortified to see that Ken had indeed not gone to the store, and I had NO peanut butter!! 

I ended up eating egg and toast. My least favorite. I can't even explain how not having my dream breakfast effected my day! I was in a terrible mood, I guess you'd say peanut butter withdraws.  I went after breakfast and bought a jar. Guess what I had for lunch!?  And Ken?  He came back from his shopping trip with extra jars.  I'm set!

Fall Splendor

Last fall, the colors were nothing to speak of. It seemed the trees went from green, to brown, to bare. This year, is completely the opposite. The colors already are so vibrant.

These maples along our road are so beautiful.

And the sumac is the brightest red.

I went for a ride around our area to take pictures, and no matter which way

I looked, the view was amazing.

I mean look at the contrast!  Gorgeous!

I hope you have the opportunity to take a drive,

and enjoy the beauty that surrounds you.

A Piece of History

When Ken and I bought our first home, we knew it was over 100 years old. When we built our current home on the same property, we sold the original to my niece and her husband. Tonight, they started to remodel one of the rooms, and tearing down the wall they found old newspapers and a Young Ladies Journal used as insulation. The date on the journal is July 1, 1883.

Robyn, her son Jason, and I were able to piece some of the remnants back together.  The clothing

from this period is so pretty, with this one I wish we could have found the rest of

her face, the bonnet is beautiful.

We love the bustled dresses and aprons.  Though I could never have stood the hot confining clothing,

I find the styles so feminine and attractive.

How I would love to have this fichu, it's gorgeous!

And look at this handsome gentleman, a picture from an old newspaper.

All the old thrashers and machinery from the late 1800's, Ken and Jason enjoyed looking at.

Then there was this ad, that we all found so interesting. It's advertising Edison Lights.

Looking closely, you can even see the patent date for his light. Click on the pictures to see
more closely. What an interesting, educational evening. Even the triplets, now 10, found it very intriguing!.

Too Cute!

 I can't help it.  When the opportunity arises to take a too cute picture, I grab it.

And Chip just gives me too many of those opportunities.  

So I'm asking you, my blog friends, 

to please post a photo of your dear pet children.

I'd love to see the objects or you affections! 
Here is a picture my sister just sent me of her
black cat Chessie, sitting in the middle of her fall
wreath she was getting ready to hang.
How's that for a perfect season picture!

Good-bye Andy Williams

We have lost another Andy.  Growing up, and even now, Andy Williams music and awesome tenor voice was  classic. "Moon River" was one of my favorites. His Christmas album was a staple, and for me, still is. I remember fondly his television specials, his show, and oh that voice. His music will be even more special for me during the coming holidays. Andy, thanks for so many fond memories.

Celebrations

Yesterday was a fun day for the family. We celebrated my niece Kayla's ninth birthday. It's hard

to find kids who actually enjoy reading the cards before opening their gift,

but Kayla considers this just as fun as the present!

She's such a beautiful young lady, as was her princess Barbie.

It was also a riot spending time with nieces and nephews.  Our little Isabella is almost 6 months already.  She got such a kick out of  seeing another baby in the mirror!

My nephew Preston, was a total cake and icing connoisseur!

Right down to licking the plate, he enjoyed every bite!

We had so much fun, everyone together to celebrate, laugh, and catch up on life. 

 How did your weeek-end go?