Fall Break

So, Brian and I managed to schedule a whole week off together!  Took a little work, but it was a much needed break from work and some time together.  We hooked the boat to the back of the truck, packed up and left town.  We had originally planned to spend the second half of the week in the mountains and the first part most likely here in Birmingham.  But God had other plans and we ended up spending the first part of the week traveling around a little (more to come on that later when I know more- yes, I'm being intentionally vague).

We managed to squeeze the Clemson game in on Saturday and watched a lot of other games (some not so good outcomes).  We tried to relax and have fun primarily...no schedules, no expectations...it was really nice.

Then by midweek we were in the mountains enjoying this beautiful fall season!  The boat was in the water and we cruised a little to look at the lake.  Since it was pretty chilly at night, we built a fire every night (with real wood...I was one happy girl).  It was a perfectly relaxing vacation and gave us a lot of opportunity to talk about the near future and not so near future.  We were also able to share some time with friends that came up for the end of the week.  It was great to be able to catch up with them and laugh often.

I realize more and more how God's timing is perfect and this week in the mountains was just another small way He reaffirmed this to me.  There is nothing like simply sitting on a porch listening to His creation around you and absorb His greatness.  Nature has always done this to me...I always see things outdoors and wonder how so many people remain ignorant to our Creator.  So many fine details come together in such an intricate way....I love the sense of awe and wonder He always creates in me when I think of even the most simple things He has given us to enjoy.

Some of you know of my fascination with lighthouses.  Well, I feel the same way about waterfalls and we managed to find a couple while we were lake cruising and hiking.  Their constancy always reminds me of His nature.  I love visual reminders...

Needless to say, we will be doing this again...maybe an annual fall trip?:)
(Side note: Please keep us in your prayers as Brian has started interviews for jobs.  More to come when we know more.):)

Since August...

My goodness!  Is it really October??!!  Time is going by faster the older I get...I realized that it's time to start seriously thinking about Christmas and that scares me!!  It feels like we just had Christmas!  Anyways, as I get over my anxiety, we've been fairly busy the last several weeks and I'm just now making the time to sit and upload some pics!

We made plans a while back to attend the Chick-Fil-A kickoff game, as our teams were playing each other.  We got there and set up the tailgate and watched some football before going into the Dome for out game.  Needless to say, the game did not turn out the way I had hoped, but it was a fun weekend and somewhat relaxing.  We were able to have a good visit with my parents as well, and they came with us to the game to cheer my tigers along.  They both got a little tv time as they were sitting pretty close to a camera.  Brian and I opted for the seats higher up.  The only down side for Brian was the fact that our tickets were in the Auburn section...;)

Our next set of traveling took us to Greenville.  We squeezed a Clemson game (for Brian) and visited with the family.  It was a bit of a quick weekend as we decided last minute to drive back home with a detour through Knoxville on Sunday.  We were able to spend some precious time with Brian's uncle and had fun relaxing and playing around on their boat for the afternoon.  We hope to make the trip again soon!!

Our last weekend in September, we had a bit of a house-full!  We had a weekend of playing and took the kiddos to i-jump for some energy burning.  Then the ladies had some time to shop while the guys (minus Ethan) watched some ever important football.  We grilled out and introduced venison as well as, the now famous, Wii.  Some Wii playing started to get pretty competitive!!

It amazes me how quickly this all passed by...I think it goes by faster because I work every other weekend?  At the moment, I'm hoping to find some time to see some friends and catch-up with them as I feel like I've been to "busy."