Outdoor Heart

Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Happy Thanksgiving!

My in-laws have a way of making something so simple...magical.

Isn't it beautiful!

People don't slow down enough to enjoy a fine meal around the table anymore in my humble opinion. I'm grateful my children enjoy this routine not just on holidays.

I'm thankful for our family, our friends, and the life we've been given. Now that our bellies are full my son and I are off to deer hunt.

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Hunting!

~deer~

p.s. I snapped this shot before we left the woods...sorry I look a bit undone! I was so proud of his patience and the quiet moments we shared in the woods as the squirrels entertained us.

He is growing into a fine young hunter.

So much to be thankful for even if he didn't fill his tag.

Saturday, October 18, 2014

Cantigny

Destination: Wheaton, IL

First Division Museum ~ Cantigny Park and Gardens ~ McCormick Museum

500 acres of sprawling beauty.
Everywhere you turned there was something new to take your breathe away. We walked through the First Division Museum upon arrival and even had dog tags made on a vintage Graphotype. The kids thought it was the coolest thing to see! The museum itself is a tribute to all those who have served or continue to protect our freedom. It's exhibits come to life and were very informative.

Then there were the TANKS! Obviously a hit with the little ones! My husband and I were reading the information on how fast they could go and how much they weighed.

Magnificent.

We even found one with Snoopy (my husband's favorite character)

While strolling on the path we managed to perfectly time the beginning of one of the McCormick Museum tours. The home was beautiful. The reflecting pool had a mermaid statue rising out of it. And the flowers. Oh the ornamental gardens...they made my heart swoon!

All in all it was a beautiful, humbling day.

If my husband and I ever renew our vows...

it will be here.

~deer~