A Tea Party, A Wedding and More Adventures!

The month of June was an exciting month for our family. Our son got married, and we had lots of family and friends visiting, my bible study ladies came to my garden for a tea party, my husband and I found time to explore mountain lakes on our kayaks, and my garden began to produce generous amounts of strawberries!  I want to share a few of these wonderful June moments with you. 

Setting up for the tea party, this was the buffet table. 

I had several different tables set up, as I was expecting about 30 women. 

Some of the ladies enjoying tea! 

Another view of the tables. 

And the table with all the food, most of which I made,
but many ladies also contributed. 

The day happened to be a bit windy, so I had to clothespin down some of my decor! I hung pillowcases and placements on the backs of the chairs, and covered chairs and tables with vintage linens that I have kept through the years. 

After the tea party, my aunt and uncle from Canada arrived! She knows how much we love our Canadian treats, and brought a suitcase full of them! Ah Carmel, Ketchup Chips, Salt & Vinegar Chips and more! 

A dear friend of mine opened her home on the river to my family who were arriving for the wedding.  This was the view they got to enjoy as they stayed.  Her hospitality and generous heart were so appreciated. 

The next day my parents arrived! We were so excited to see them arrive safely. Dad had told me he was having some trouble with his heart, but he was determined to come. 

A picture with my dad, his sister, her husband, Mom and I. 
So thankful that they could all be here together! 

Later that night after everyone had gone to bed, Dad called me and said he was having a heart attack. I called EMS, and he was transported to the closest hospital.  They determined he indeed was having a heart attack, and wanted to transport him to a bigger hospital. However, they began what treatment for they could do for him, and he began to feel better! An answer to prayer! He decided he was going home, and against their wishes, he came home.  We had many people praying, and his chest pain had stopped.  He was weak, but determined to make it to the wedding! 

My brother flew in from Texas the day of the wedding to surprise us! 

The day of the wedding was incredibly gorgeous!  The wedding was held
at a little mountain lake with an incredible view! 

Ryan waiting anxiously for the first view of his bride! 

Joining in holy matrimony... 

The new Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Moseley!

The wedding party

Ryan and I 

Mom and I. 

Ryan and Alanna at the reception dinner. 

The next day we relaxed a bit, and then went for a drive up to Schweitzer Mountain.  My dad didn't want to chance going up there, so he and Dan stayed home. We rode the chair lift to the top of the mountain range.  

My mom has been afraid of heights all her life.  However, she decided to go with us on the chair lift. She was very nervous, but sat between my brother and I, and she was able to somewhat relax and enjoy the view... as long as she held tight to those bars! 

We were so proud of her bravery and facing her fears!
She was so happy to have been able to ride to the top of the mountain. 
What a magnificent day it was and the views were incredible! 

Some of the views from the top of Schweitzer Mountain

A memorable time for all of us! My brother enjoyed the views so much. 

Enjoying an icecream after our adventure on the mountain. 

After we got home from Schweitzer, Dad was not feeling well.  He was transported to a larger hospital where he underwent a cath, and was told he had had a heart attack, and had large blockages, but they were not able to put in any stents.  He was discharged and flew home the next day. 

We took Malcolm for a quad ride up in the mountains
before he had to leave for home. 

Such beautiful views, it was a wonderful evening for a ride.

The wildflowers are blooming in abundance this year with all the rain we've had! 

Saying goodbyes are always hard, but we had a great time together! 

My aunt and uncle leaving for home.
We enjoyed having them here so much!
She and my mom worked so hard to help with everything going on! 
It was such a blessing to have them there with us! 

My strawberries began to produce in abundance, sadly
just as it was time for everyone to leave. 

Mom made me this beautiful egg apron! 
It holds between 8-10 eggs, and is just so cute! 

Saying goodbye to Mom and Dad. It was very hard to see them go, Dad was not feeling well at all. Thankfully, they made it back home safely, and he has been placed on some medications that are helping him feel better. 

My peonies began to produce in abundance also... like lilacs, their bloom time is short and fabulous. I had peonies scattered all over my home! They are such gorgeous bloomers!

It was hard to see everyone leave, so Dan and I went down to the lake to kayak, and relax.  There is something so peaceful and relaxing
about kayaking in a quiet lake. 

I am grateful for this little lake close to our home. 

Incredible beauty to soak up and enjoy! 

Indeed, June was a busy month, and July has been a little quieter.  The garden is growing quietly, while the strawberries are really rambunctious this year, and I've been busy putting them up.  I've made several batches of jam, given them away, frozen them, and we've enjoyed them with cream and sugar.  I hope your July has been blessed with beautiful moments as well! I'll be back soon to share more kayaking and camping adventures we are taking this month, as well as a garden bloom and grow update.  May the rich blessings of the Lord be with each of you!

I may have shared this video before, but since July is a patriotic month, I wanted to share this patriotic video I made earlier this year.  We are grateful for the freedoms we still enjoy in this great country, and continue to pray that the Lord would continue to keep His hand of protection upon this country.