Fall Days

The fall here in the Midwest has been absolutely gorgeous this year, one of the prettiest that I can remember in a long time.  The changing colors are so vivid, and the array of orange, red, and yellow hues on the trees combined with clear blue skies and a brightly shining sun make one praise the Creator for the beauty of all that he has made and given to mankind.

Fall might be my favorite season of the year.  I love the crisp air, the beautiful spectrum of colors, the pumpkins, the spices, and (best of all) homemade applesauce.  I managed to make some the other day, and it was oh so delicious!

One development this fall has been renovations at my office.  On October 12, I spent six hours with a friend packing up  and moving my office (furniture and supplies from several closets) to a temporary location while we readied for contractors to begin their demolition and renovations.  Thankfully I'm tucked away in a room out of all the noise and dust and can carry on with normal office work, with a phone and printer that still function!

A look at some of the demolition:

Hopefully by the time Thanksgiving rolls around I'll be situated in my new office!

Several weeks ago, Kathy received a care package from all her friends back at home from our church.    We all had so much fun making contributions.  It ended up being 23 pounds!  We were so amazed with the generosity of everyone and overwhelmed by their expression of love.  Here's a look at the contents:

Just about seven weeks to go until Kathy comes home!  December 12 will be such a joyous, happy day!!!