Have you ever been there? It's safe to say that nearly everyone here has gone through this! Maybe you've been in a hurry to reach a doctor's appointment, but then had to sit and wait. and wait... and wait! It's hard to be patient when things need our attention. That's been the situation for the past few weeks.  You might recall that our new double-wide arrived on October 11, five days after our first grandchild was born! The home's progress has been exciting to watch, but also frustrating with the slow processes, especially as Winter approaches. We have been scurrying around trying to get all the things done that we possibly can while waiting for the crews to finish their work on our home so that we can move in. It feels like time is inching along as we enter the Thanksgiving season. I choose to be grateful we have our home though, and know that in time, we will get moved in! 

October has been a month of exciting deliveries, within just days of each other! You may have noticed I haven't posted as much recently, and that is because I've had so much going on. Baby Danika arrived on Sunday, October 6, and our new home arrived on Friday, October 11! It was so exciting to see it finally arrive. The home is beautiful in every way, and while there are things that need to be fixed and adjusted including sheetrock, trim, doors, etc., it has all been a delight to look forward to moving into the home! 

This is the news we have been waiting 9 months for! Our precious Danika has safely arrived, and we couldn't be more thrilled to announce! She came into the world on October 6 at 4:33 p.m. weighing 8 pounds and 4 ounces. She has a dark head of hair, bright blue eyes with chubby little legs and neck rolls! She couldn't be more adorable and has wiggled her way into our hearts! Baby was able to nurse right away and has continued to feed well, and while Momma, our daughter, had an infection, and had to be on antibiotics, she has since recovered and is doing great.  The new little family went home yesterday, and spent the first night recuperating from all the excitement! 

UPDATE! Congratulations to ASHLEY for being the winner of my giveaway! Ashley, please email me your mailing address, and I will get a copy of the book on its way to you! Thank you to everyone who entered the contest! Many blessings to all of you! 

Hello dear friends! In this beautiful month of October, so many exciting things are happening that it is hard to keep up with them all! I appreciate each of you sharing in our excitement about our grandbaby! As I write this post - our little one is still hanging out in its "4.5-star" hotel. Danielle and her husband shared with us that they think the baby is enjoying its stay with all the needs provided, but they took .5 stars off because things have gotten a little cramped, lol! Danielle is more than ready for the hotel's "guest" to make its grand appearance - but we have yet to see that happen... soon though, very soon I hope to make that announcement! 

The garden in its Fall glory with my Burning Bush really giving a shout-out for Fall!

It is inevitable, I know that! But there is a mourning when it does happen. Every Fall season, when the frost warnings sound, I gather the harvest as much as possible and pray for the best. But at some point, the plants succumb to Frost's onslaught, and harvest season has come to a time of rest - that is, after the harvest has been gathered and put up for winter's enjoyment. Thankfully... my sunflowers survived the freeze - hardy souls that they are, and are still blooming away! 

I'm on the 50's ladder and climbed another rung this week! Yes, I celebrated another birthday this past week, and it was such a special time for me. I'm grateful for the community of precious family, friends, and neighbors that we have, and it feels wonderful to bask in the love shared. The day started with an incredible sunrise, just for me! Thank you, Lord! 

September - that month of rich beauty, cooler temperatures, brilliant skies, bright sunshine, and golden landscapes. What does September mean to you?  It is a time of harvest! Local gardens are bursting with bounty, as sunflowers make their final stretches towards the sun.  The rich days of September have arrived and they are a glorious time of year. 

Our neighbor was out of town and asked fellow neighbors to come and harvest the garden while she was gone. It was a beautiful place to wander around and enjoy!