Sweethearts on the Hill

I went to Spirited Art for the first time with my dear friend, Kristen, and I have to say I was quite impressed! I have zero artistic skill whatsoever, and walked out of there feeling rather proud of my silly little painting. I officially declare myself an artist! :) And to prove it, I even have my very own fancy signature marking this masterpiece my own! If you haven't been to Spirited Art ~ or someplace similar ~ I highly recommend you go. You can bring your own drinks, food, and friends. It makes for great girl time… and you walk away with a brand new painting, created by none other than You! And I promise… no skill required! This is where my nest currently rests… on my patio with the majority of my other birdie obsessions. I think the peanuts are going to join me on my next Spirited Art adventure… Can't wait to see their masterpieces!

Sam played coach-pitch baseball this fall It's really hard for me to believe that this picture below was only 18 months ago… and that this little guy has grown and learned so much! The kids on Sam's team are actually starting to "get it"  They were throwing players out at first... ...catching pop flys… ...and hitting all the way to the outfield That's a lot of growing in just 18 months! See ya in the spring!

A glorious fall flower to serve as a reminder that with  every passing season, new life is born In honor and celebration of the  beautiful  souls that have touched us... Those that have left us… And those that we've  yet to meet...