Sacred Beginnings

Saturday found us hosting two weddings at the farm.  It was a beautiful, sunny, breezy day.

I never grow tired of this.  Each wedding is unique and every bride is beautiful.

Such detail, such depth of color.  Not one thing overlooked.  All the pieces come together.

Each bride is nervous, each groom looks anxious.  I stand there snapping photos,  looking at each face.

The wedding is just the beginning.  What will they remember of this special day, years from now?

What a privilege it is for us to be a part of these sacred beginnings.  Blessings to our newlyweds!

Joyfully,

Pretty Pinkeep

I had a very nice surprise the other day.  I stopped in at the cafe to see Shann.  She is the person who makes the delicious treats shown below.  She had a present for me from her sister, Ali.  If I remember correctly I squealed and did a little happy dance in the kitchen.  Not sure what the other kitchen staff thought of that!  Isn't it adorable?  It's made with one of my favorite lines of fabric, "Fly a Kite" by October Afternoon for Riley Blake.  Thank you so much Ali!

Yes, it was as good as it looks!

(I think soup, coffee and cupcake make a fine lunch!)

Have a blessed day!

Joyfully,

Sunday Scripture

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"Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right,

whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable~

if anything is excellent or praiseworthy~

think about such things."

Phil. 4:8

With love,

Long Distance Hug

I found a box on my porch the other day from my dear friend, Trish.  She sent me the most amazing afghan that she crocheted herself.  After wiping the tears from my cheeks, I promptly wrapped myself up in it.  I've been struggling with some changes in my life regarding the move and she wanted to send a tangible expression of love, concern and comfort.  What makes this even more amazing is that we have not met in person.  Our friendship was found through Jesus and blogging.  I have many friends I have met that way.  It is one of the true blessings of blogging.  Because I am a crafty soul, I know how long this took and the enormity of the gift.  I do not take this for granted (her stitches are exquisite, by the way).  The other day I found my 21 year old son wrapped in it, asleep in the chair.  He was leaving for college the next day.  It brought comfort to another.  Thank you so much Trish!

I bought a new phone and was playing around with a photo application.  This is me getting ready to go out to dinner with my husband.  The Iphone is amazing and much easier than I imagined!

The winner of the September Giveaway is Renee from

NanaNay's Garden

Congratulations!  I have sent you an email ~

Have a blessed Friday,

Sweet Autumn Clemantis

It is one of my favorite times of the year ~

the fall Clemantis is in bloom.

It's putting on quite a show right now.

I'd like to think that it's aware of the impending move

and is gifting me with this splendid display one last time.

I'm not the only one enjoying it, the bees are making quite a buzz.

Check out the pollen attached to this little guy.

They didn't even notice me, too bent on their task.

One more day to sign up for the giveaway ~

Smiles,

September Giveaway!

Its time again for our monthly giveaway!  This month I'm thinking of cooler days, apple-picking, cider and bonfires.  What better way to enjoy these days than with a fall-colored comfy quilt?  One winner will receive:

The book, "Simple Comforts" by Kim Diehl

All fabrics to make the quilt on the cover of the book

Fabric is cut and ready to be sewn~

Fabric includes black print binding and cream/green paisley backing

All you need to provide is thread and batting!

To Enter:

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Giveaway closes on Thursday, September 6 at midnight

Winner will be chosen by Random Generator and

announced Friday, September 7

I hope you are having a fun holiday!  School starts for us tomorrow.  Maddie begins her senior year of high school and Taylor begins his senior year of college.  Lots of excitement at my house this weekend getting ready.  Blessings!

Hugs,

Sunday Scripture

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Joyfully,