We've had a busy but enjoyable last few weeks - sorry for the lag time in between posts! Last weekend we enjoyed a much needed, unplanned weekend away, which took us to Shenandoah Crossings outside of Charlottesville. We spent a lot of time reading in front of the fire, enjoyed visiting with Christian, Mike and Lilly Kate and took the annual trip to Carter Mountain Apple Orchard. Carla joined us and was the star everywhere she went. Several people came up and took pictures of her, which freaked Geoff out a bit since he didn't know these people and he was holding her. After apple cider donuts and over 20 lbs of apples we left and enjoyed a quick dinner and finished our registry at Target - so fun!

This past weekend Charlene's stepdaughter came to stay with us so the newlyweds could have a night to themselves. Geoff and his partner, Chip, split firewood on Saturday while I enjoyed piddling and cleaning. Saturday night Geoff and I led a seminar on Marriage and Money for a conference put on by Entrust Federal Credit Union. It's the first time we've spoken together in a more formal setting, but we really enjoyed it and loved meeting some new people. Sunday was a perfect Sunday - a day of rest! After church, I went shopping with Mom, while Geoff spent some time with friends and the dogs. We wrapped up the evening with a visit from a friend and Geoff's parents who had spent the weekend golfing in Williamsburg. It was an eventful weekend and great to see so many people. I can't wait until Mary-Michael is here to meet everyone!

She is moving a lot these days. It's hard to believe she'll be here in just a few months. We were reminded this weekend that while we can't do much but make sure I take care of myself, we can begin praying for her - praying for her future husband, friends and that she'll be a loving, caring person that looks after those who are in need. I only hope we can halfway model what this looks like - I think we better be praying for ourselves, too!

This weekend we start a parenting class called Growing Kids God's Way...my Nana commented today that by the time she's old enough for us to instill some of the ideas we learn we'll have forgotten them...maybe we're getting a little ahead of ourselves, but it feels right to try and get prepared though I know we'll be in for some surprises along the way.

Once I find my camera, I'll add some new pics. Have a fabulous week!