Monday, September 15, 2025

Circling the Wagons

 We're all feeling out of sorts and heavy-hearted around here and at the same time we're excited to see God moving in such a mighty way so we're doing what I've always called 'circling the wagons'. Soaking in family and spending more time on our knees. Living here, it's easy to shut the world out and let our hearts heal and be moved.

The kids came out on Saturday and hung out. I just made a big pot of stew and they brought ice cream to go with the apple crisp I made. 

Our son and DH worked on getting some mounts up on the walls

                          

We hung out on the deck and had a rousing and hilarious game of jump rope out by the barn

 when Emma asked to learn

I laughed so hard that I could hardly hold my phone to snap pictures

When E awoke in the morning, I heard her climb onto Pap's lap. I was in the bedroom and stayed there for a bit to eavesdrop when I heard her little voice, " I want to watch rodeo and eat applesauce, Pap." Yep. She's definitely one of us. LOL

Deck dining 

Egg gathering

Roping lessons

Dirt castle construction

And saddle time

with Pap

All good for the soul

And the dried apples rings I make each fall will now forever be known as 'apple cookies'. 😂


8 comments:

Linda at Roscoe's Ma said...

It has been a rough week...lots of emotions to deal with. Your E and Pap pictures make me smile!

Marie from Simi, Ca said...

A lovely reminder to always count our blessings! Thanks for sharing yours.

Gypsy Quilter Designs said...

Every little girl needs a horse to love. It's a good thing grandpa is willing to share his! LOL

Leslie said...

Loved your post - ranch life is the best!

Gretchen Weaver said...

It looks and sounds like a wonderful time with your family. You are so blessed to have them close.

Donna said...

Omg! What fun jumping rope. Everyone needs to do that more often. Your granddaughter is so cute and smart. Love that she’s got a quilt on her lap during lunch.❤️ Such fun family time.

Alycia~Quiltygirl said...

Very Good for the soul - and deck dining with a quilt.. thats the best right there!!

Beth said...

Thank you! You’ve made my day with sharing these pics. Precious granddaughter & love the adults jumping rope - my, I don’t think I could do that any longer….LOL 🤣 - Beth in AL

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