back in business

It took me awhile to get some pictures on my computer, but now I have lots to update with!

Here is an overdue picture from the Women's Retreat.

A couple weeks ago for youth group we did our annual apple cider making event at Phil and Pearl Carlson's (where I lived last year). This was my third year participating and I always look forward to it. The cider is delicious and its just a fun time to hang out with the kids.Some of the boys cutting the apples

Grinding the apples into the press
Pressing out the juice
Ready to enjoy!
And of course a picture of my favorite.


Last weekend I headed to Minnesota for Craig and Sarah's wedding. It was great to see my high school friends and my parents. I can't believe all of these crazy boys are married already!
Things are still going great at work. The children were extra crazy this week because of Halloween. Monday should be interesting after all of their trick or treating!

Go Vikes!

So this whole two pictures a week thing only works when I take pictures...and I've been slacking.

This past week was great, but also a little crazy.

I took last Friday off of work and headed down to North Park for homecoming weekend. It was so great to be back in the city and see so many people that I love. I got down in time to take in a soccer game...I was hoping to get to see my fabulous God brother, Andrew, play, instead I cheered loudly for him as he stood on the sidelines ;) Saturday was spent catching up with people at the homecoming block party. I always forget how tiring big social situations are for me...but it's always worth it. One of the best parts was being able to catch up with two of my youth group boys that have gone on to college. It's so great to hear about their lives...I miss them too much!

I started making a dress for Laurel (Kevin and Linnea's daughter). It's fun to get back into sewing a bit and it is going to be SO cute.

School is still going great. I actually had the opportunity to apply for some other jobs this past week...which would have meant more hours and more money...but I've decided to stay where I am because I love it so much. Today a four year old boy told me he was in love with me and then kissed my hand. What a charmer. I'm not sure what to do about it haha! The kids get more hilarious by the day and today was an early dismissal so I cannot complain! God is taking good care of me!

October is a big month and it is beautiful in the UP-pictures would not do it justice! I'm going to soak up the warm afternoons for as long as I can, because I know that snow and cold are just around the corner.