The Corn Field’s Last Stand
Sunday Evening, October 1 During the day I learned that this was the last day the corn would be standing in the fields around our house. Consequently I took pictures of its last stand. As I took these pictures, I knew there would be the sound of big equipment in the morning – and the […]
Sauder Reunion
Saturday evening, September 30 Singing a song – led by Orpha (right in royal blue), before prayer – led by Cerwin (far right) This consists mostly of Cerwin’s first cousins and their spouses. Uncle Amos was there and can just barely be seen on his wheelchair in the center of the picture. Time to eat […]
Gifts Come in a Variety of Ways
Friday, September 29 We received this beautiful gift from friends (you know who you are) a few weeks before it bloomed. I thought they may like to see it in bloom. Thanks to our son Jeff (left) for trimming a few trees along the driveway below our yard. When I see pretty flowers and butterflies […]
Happy Birthday to Our Favorite Jeff
We love you! Daddy and Mother
Traveling to Elk County ~ Part 2
Tuesday, September 26 After the large bull elk sighting, (previous post) we drove over several back-country roads and saw a variety of elk grazing in yards and fields before going to the Visitors Center. Marlin, Chelsey, and Nancy walking toward the viewing area at the Visitors Center. We knew there was going to be some […]
Traveling to Elk County ~ Part 1
Tuesday, September 26 My sister and brother-in-law told us earlier in the summer that they wanted to take us to Elk County when the elk were in rut. That is something we always wanted to do, but just never took time to do it, plus we didn’t know the area. Marlin knows every road. Marlin […]
Sam Rittenhouse’s Garden & Orchard ~ Family Worship Center
Sunday, September 24 I love when a TFC ministry activity takes us to the Lansdale area and we get to stay at Sam Rittenhouse’s house for a night. He is an accomplished orchard keeper and gardener. This is one of the first things I saw as I stepped out of his kitchen door. The end […]
TFC – Bucks-Montgomery’s Truck-Cycle-Car Show and Banquet
Saturday, September 23 Because Biker’s Sunday and this event were just one week apart, Cerwin kept the International Chapel at a friend’s house. I followed it from the Clemmer’s house in Lansdale to Family Heritage Banquet and Conference Center in Franconia. There were some good-looking vehicles. We had lots of visitors on the chapel. Including […]
Quilts – Brethren Disaster Relief Auction
Friday, September 22 I was not able to attend Saturdays auction where the quilts were sold, but I was able to photograph most of the quilts that were there by Friday evening. The featured quilt drew lots of attention. Arriving quilts were received behind the featured quilt. The following are just a sample of the […]
Friday Evening Auction at Brethren Disaster Relief Auction
Friday, September 22 This is the last photo I took before heading home on Friday night. Next post – the quilts.
Auction Items at Brethren Disaster Relief Auction
Friday, September 22 I liked this beautiful bird tree Love these beautiful marble rollers. These four were helping with the auction items. It is a great place to visit with friends – especially those you only see once a year – at this auction. Some items sell at the Friday evening auction, others sell on […]
Happy Birthday to Our Favorite Hannah
We love you! Grandpa & Grandma High
West Hall – Brethren Disaster Relief Auction
Friday, September 22 As you enter West Hall, the first thing you notice is the Candy Tables on the left in the entrance area. On the right is the Disaster Response information. Notice the orange donation bucket? I like how they advertise that it is a donation bucket. Continuing on the right is the Children’s […]
Center Hall at Brethren Disaster Relief Auction
Friday, September 22 Lebanon Expo Center, Lebanon, PA Auction registration Coin Project Take a container of pretzels home and bring it back next year filled with coins. Or you can bring coins in any container. Specialty Coffee Drinks This is where I got my coffee – to go with my Amish-made filled donut. For me […]
Info – Children – Gift Baskets – Country Treasures – at Brethren Disaster Relief Auction
Friday, September 22 The Gift Basket auction is a big deal at this event. These items are priced. Lois and Orpha were busy setting up displays when I went through during the morning. Christine at checkout A good last thought for this post.
Misc Pictures from Brethren Disaster Relief Auction
Friday, September 22 While walking from East Hall to the Pole Barn I noticed these morning glories looking beautiful in the morning sun. Pole Barn Auction This is one auction where you might be able to get a good deal. Gift of the Heart – school kits were being set up for the afternoon kit […]