11.20.11-
What a couple of fun filled days I've had that have kept me away from my computer so I couldn't blog but I kept track of 3 things each day that I was grateful for. I had the chance to go spend a few days with my husband in one of my favorite states, North Carolina, in beautiful Asheville & spent 2 nights at the charming Grove Park Inn tucked up in the hills- it was amazing.
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-Ty & I at the Grove Park Inn in Asheville, N.C. 2011
Isn't the roof unique?- |
Day {17}
1- Airplanes- {I'm grateful for the modern technology & the ability we have to travel so easy from one place to another. I'm also grateful that I conquered one of my fears of flying alone, Ty was already there on meetings, Yeah- for me!}
2- Conversations {I'm grateful to a nice man from Atlanta that sat next to me & talked to me for a good hour or so about something I love- Sports! It definitely helped keep me calm during the flight. I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with him about my Blue Devils}
3- Prayer {I'm grateful that I can talk to my Heavenly Father anytime, anywhere & know that he hears and answers my prayers, I'm grateful for 3 prayers from little girls said on my behalf today & the opportunity to gather as friends & co-workers of Ty's in Asheville that night to say a prayer over the food. What a blessing prayer is in my life!}
Day {18}
1- Regis {Today I sat in my hotel room, 2 hours earlier than home, & watched Regis for the last time & cried a little too. I've grown up watching, laughing & listening to his stories. I even planned my early morning college courses around host chat so I wouldn't miss it. Thanks Reege!}
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-My favorite thing to watch every morning- won't be the same!- |
2- North Carolina {Oh, what a beautiful state! It's amazing how much I have learned to love & appreciate it. I never thought I would ever have the connections I do to this incredible place- My love for Duke University, Ty's job & now friends that live here. I simply enjoy & look forward to every visit here}
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-A picture of the GPI & the state flag of No. Carolina flapping in the breeze- it was CHiLLY!- |
3- Brick sidewalks {The sound of walking on an uneven brick sidewalk- I love it! I appreciate the little details that make you know you are somewhere special & N.C. is full of them. From brick sidewalks, stacked stone fences & lush trees I enjoy spending time here}
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-love the moss growing in between the bricks, had to take a picture of this on our way to Breakfast @ the Corner Kitchen- |
Day {19}
1- Trees {I'm surrounded by them, everywhere. So many different kinds that what I am used to seeing at home. I love driving down roads in Asheville & being surrounded by trees on ether side- beautiful}
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-A few looking out from the Inn windows- |
2-Gingerbread Houses {The Grove Pine Inn is home to the National Gingerbread Competition, I think it is because the outside of the Inn actually looks like it could be a gingerbread house. Wish my girls were here to see them- such creativity.}
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-Yes, that is all Gingerbread, can you believe that!- |
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-SImple & Sweet youth entry- classic Gingerbread Village- |
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-One of my favorites- I can't believe all the skill & time that went into constructing this house- |
Ok, this entry just stole my heart!! I adored all the colors & the whole whimsy theme of this entry. If I saw this coming down my street I would for sure run out for a cup of hot cocoa & a ginger snap. Simply delightful to look at.
What an amazing Teen that put this together!
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-Loved the ribbon detail around the entry too- presentation is everything!- |
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-Look at all those colorful details- so charming!- |
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-Run, Run as fast as you can... so stinkin cute!!- |
3-Smells {The whole smell of Gingerbread at the Inn really got me excited for the Holidays that will soon be here. I love that smell. I was also grateful to receive 2 aprons from Grandma GG's house that the girls picked out. When I went to put them away this morning I smelled them & tears came to my eyes because they smelled just like Grandma GG & her home. It made me miss her all over again but grateful for the wonderful memories I have & that I get to make baked eggs, sugar cookies & her famous "scrabble" {a salty mix of nuts, pretzels & Chex cereals} while wearing aprons from her home this Holiday Season}
Day {20}
1- Opportunities {Today I had the opportunity to fast with my family & our ward family}
2- Childrens' voices {Nothing is better than hearing little children bear their testimony through word or song. It always touches my heart}
3- Lessons {I'm grateful for lessons I learn each & every day. Lessons that remind me of things I already know, lessons that teach me something new or lessons that inspire me to do better}
Hope you had a wonderful weekend too. Can't believe that next week at this time our halls will be decked
{I just can't put up anything Christmasy before Thanksgiving}
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-Just hanging out with one of my buddies at the Grove Park Inn- what a great time. Thanks Ty!- |
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4 comments:
Looks fabulous! Love all the things you are grateful for...a perfect reminder of so many things we are blessed with.
I'm grateful that someone reads these posts & that through this blog I now know you- thanks Jan! :)
Thank you so much for joining in on the ward fast. It was extremely powerful and comforting. I am Thankful for the ward family and our amazing Bishop!
I'm so Jealous of your trip, that is where Brandon served his mission and I have yet to make the trip!! Your pictures make me want to go soooo bad! Thanks for the great post!
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