Fall Fun

I'm probably the only person in East Tennessee who has not chosen fall as my favorite season. Even though I do like fall, my favorite is actually spring. Maybe it's because Jack was born in the spring. Anyway, it's my favorite. And winter is my LEAST favorite.

Back to fall. We had a big day lined up this past Saturday to do the usual "fall" things. There was a lot of talk about a pumpkin patch just outside Maryville, so our plan was to do the real pumpkin picking this year. Well, Jon came down with a bug, and we settled for make-shift fundraiser pumpkin patch at a nearby church. They had the prettiest pumpkins! I'm attaching just a few pictures.

We also went on our annual beach trip. The weather was perfect...80 degrees and sunny every single day! Pictures to come soon on that. I do think it's important to make note of some improvements that can be made for the following year. So far on my list...

1. Don't forget the camera.

2. Or Jack's shoes.

3. Always keep medicine handy. (in case we get the stomach bug again)

4. Eat more seafood. (like 3 meals a day instead of 2)

Adoption update: Still waiting on that court date. If there's one thing we learned from the timing of the referral, it's that God knows best! As badly as we want those sweet boys home, God's timing is always perfect. As my dad said the other day, "The good thing is, you don't even have to worry about it!" And right he was.

The annual pumpkin carving contest begins tomorrow! Competition will be fierce this year. Shanle has been taking a woodcarving class, which puts her skill above everyone! We'll put a poll on the blog so you can vote. It only adds to the fun.

Stay tuned for the pumpkin carving pictures as well as an adoption opportunity for our family that involves YOU. More details to follow on the blog and on facebook.