Thanksgiving

A few shots from the holiday weekend.  Justin and Crystal hosted Thanksgiving dinner.  Thank you!

Love those smiles!

Working off those extra calories on Wii Kinect

And They're Off!

After having Megan and children with us for over a week, the time came for them to leave for their new home in California. The van was packed, kids were in car seats with treat bags and things to keep them busy.

It was a hard day at the Van Ausdal house to see them drive off.  But we had a lot of fun during that week.



Face painting at Fashion Place Mall

Jumping into the leaves.

Bathtub silliness.

The house is very quiet again and we are counting down the days until Christmas!

Still blooming!

The weather has turned colder.  The garden is all cleaned out and ready for its winter rest.  The summer flowers have come out and pansies have been planted in their place.  And my favorite rose bush, "George Burns", is still blooming. 

Happy Birthday Benson!

A year ago today our fifth grandchild was born!  As you hold them for the first time, you wonder what life holds for them, what kind of personality they will have.

You patiently wait for that first smile!  And you see glimpses of this little personality that is developing.

And you are continually reminded of God's goodness in allowing these sweet little people to come into your family.  Happy Birthday, Benson!