Photo of the Day: How Time Flies

Five years ago, my boyfriend (now husband) and I traveled to North Carolina. I was excited for the beautiful fall colors along Blue Ridge Parkway and in the Great Smoky Mountains, gorgeous waterfalls, and quaint southern towns. I got all of that and more – most importantly, a gorgeous “rock.” Jerod proposed to me on top of Mt. Craig (the second tallest peak east of the Mississippi, since the tallest peak – seen below – was closed for construction). Five years seems like such a long time, because it feels like he’s always been a part of my life, yet five years has flown by. I know five years is just the beginning of our journey, but it’s been a great ride so far!

A view of Mt. Mitchell in North Carolina, taken from our engagement location five years ago.
Jerod and me the day we got engaged. I think we looked so much younger then.

Photo of the Day: Bring on Fall

Fall is just a few days away. Here are a few things I’m looking forward to during this favorite season of mine …

  • Photographing the turning leaves
  • Hot chocolate, chai tea, and maybe even a pumpkin spiced latte or two
  • Craft festivals
  • Decorating my home for fall
  • Fall lawn renovation and new siding – pretty much a complete outdoor makeover on our home
  • The return of Biggest Loser and Sing-Off
  • Pumpkin baked goods & chili
  • Football games
  • Family/friend get-togethers with s’mores
  • Our fall races (a 5k, 4 mile run, and maybe a couple of others)
  • Leaving the windows open during cooler (but not too cool) weather
  • An ultrasound, feeling our baby move for the first time

Days 278-279: Autumn at its Best

I’ve spent a lot of time admiring the changing leaves and beautiful fall colors lately. And since the trees are almost to their peak already, you may see even more of these photos from me in the next few days.

Bright orange trees are my favorite; this one is right across the street from where I live.
These gorgeous trees are changing rapidly at Riss Lake in Parkville, Mo.