my roses

I've put the roses to bed for the winter. I'm hoping they will grace me with their company again next summer. Till then I thought I would share with you a few photos I took of their pretty faces.
the first is Heritage, the second Charlotte, and the third Abraham Darby.

Happy Birthday Sweet Baby!

Dear, Sweet Talia,
Seriously! Where did the year go? I knew it would fly by. I soaked up every moment I could, breathing you in, hoping to impress the sweetness upon my memory. I so enjoyed this busy and difficult year. One last chance at raising an infant (at least that's the plan!). You have been our delight. It doubles my pleasure to see your brother and sister enjoying you as much as your Dad and I do. You are a gift. Happy Birthday Baby Girl!

from this:




















to this:






















to this:


yummy!




















(Oh! and take a look at the perfect posers at the apple orchard!)





lovely!

here tonight

I came down here tonight to write a quick blog... but I can't think of what it was I wanted to say. Many times during a day I think, "Oh, that would be good to blog!" but then I forget. Perhaps I need to keep a little blog journal with me.

Anyway, I did get a chance to catch up with a number of my blog friends and that was lovely. I hope that you know you are loved and that I am sending you wishes for the sweetest nights sleep.