We made our yearly trip to pick apples at the local orchard and had a great time. We enjoyed climbing trees, the wonderful weather and of course apple cider slushies.

Thanks Anderson Orchard. We had a great time!!

Jason climbing trees – working hard to get my favorite apples – gala

Sunday I went up to my alma mater, Purdue, to visit with the girls I lived with in college. It had been too long since we’d all been together and we had a great time catching up and sharing what’s been going on. We even went and toured the house, “401″, we lived in and sat in our “old” seats. What a fun, fun trip down memory lane.

I had a great time seeing you guys. Love you!!

We all smile at the sign. L to R

Laura, TusaRebecca, Kristi, Amy, Rachel, Dana, Lacy and Liz

Lately I have been asking Jason to get some new artwork that matches our living room. What we had was really nice, just orange and black which didn’t really match our blue/brown theme. I looked on the Internet and found some paintings I liked which ended up totaling around $600. We didn’t need to do much soul searching to veto that idea quick.

Luckily, I am married to an extremely talented and creative man who was able to make 4 paintings that honestly I feel are better quality than the ones we could buy. We spent Labor day weekend planning, buying, painting (well only Jason painted), making frames and then hanging. The finished product is stunning. I am so proud of Jason – he does amazing work. And bonus we did everything for under $70.

3 of the 4 paintings that hang to the left of the fireplace