What
an example of Christ to us! We were so blessed by Mom and Dad's heart not
to be served, but to serve! While they were here, we spent a few days in
beautiful Grand Lake Colorado thanks to their generosity. Dad spent much
time researching log cabin rentals. His efforts were rewarded. It
was a wonderful place complete with a loft that the boys just loved! The
peaceful location provided needed rest and allowed us to spend low-key quality
time together. Thanks Mom and Dad for coming and for loving us so well! It is a privilege to be your children!
See the loft up top? Caution: Not responsible for persons over 150lbs climbing ladder!
the loft
view from loft into living area
view from master bedroom
our cabin
hiking to Adam's Falls
It was difficult to capture the beauty of this fall. The water was
roaring because of all the heavy rain Colorado has recently received. It dropped in several locations and meandered through towering boulders.
It was neat to see new perspectives of the fall as we walked and climbed
our way around it.
Best Friends! You'd never know they were 6 years apart! Grateful!
My heart!
on our way down the trail - I believe that is Grand Lake in the distance.
our picnic spot at Grand Lake
The lake behind our cabin! We spent about 4 hours just sitting on
the dock, canoeing, attempting to fish, and discovering Justin's ability to
draw!
Dad and his boys
That's them out there!
Ryder's turn! Take note of his attire! He must wear PJ's all the time. If in public, clothes go on over the PJ's!
They made it back without tipping over. Darn!
Secretly I was hoping they'd tip! Shhhh! Don't tell them
that! Wouldn't that have been so hilarious? Always funnier when it
happens to someone else!
Our haven for half the day!
Exciting! First moose since living in CO. Too bad he didn't have antlers. Maybe he was a she?
Mom was hoping to see "Color splashed through
the woods as if it had been thrown about by some madcap wastrel who spilled
out, during the weeks of one brief autumn, beauty enough to last for
years." But, this was about all we saw - about a week too early.
quote from: Across Five Aprils
our current family read-aloud
On Monday, Mom and I had a chance to getaway.
A little retreat I guess you could say. We stayed at a quaint,
little inn nestled in the foothills of Pike's Peak. We wandered through
the woods to the top of the property and sat in 2 chairs overlooking the peak.
There we prayed for everyone in our extended and immediate family.
We were also able to share a few meals together and this is all I can say about
our dining experience...
Our souls were more filled with laughter than
our tummies were with food.
I am grateful for this time of fellowship and refreshment.
And, what could be better than hanging out with Grandpa!
"Poppy" and the boys enjoyed the zoo together and when Justin
got home they ordered wings and watched the best team in the nation during Monday Night
Football! It is fun being a Bronco people!
Mom and Ryder playing a game in the front yard
right before we left to take them to the airport. I really miss having ALL my family
close by, but it makes the times spent together all the more sweeter! So, who's coming next?
