A Day Away

There are moments that take your breath away, and there are sights that take your breath away. It is rare to have both in one day. I soon believe we will have both in one day, and I hope you are by our side during that time.

Friends of ours invited us over to enjoy the beauty of there home. They were out celebrating there 42ND Anniversary! We have been here before and soon realized we made a huge mistake! NO CAMERA!

So today we brought it along and captured some beautiful sights.

Thanks so much for letting us enjoy a short afternoon at your home!

As you drive in they have a beautiful circle driveway with 5 garage parking.

This home has the design of Italy. It is such a sight to behold. I would love to travel and see other countries, with our family size my guess is it would be a bit pricey. Today was a tour of Italy with out leaving our home state.

The landscaping and beautiful vines surround the entire house.

As I peeked into the window, I caught myself.

This front door is so inviting. These people have a true heart for the Lord.

This is the pathway around the house. Stunning!

The towers and heights brought such diversity to the layout.

This is the party porch. Full grill built right in.

I could not get far enough away for a full front shot, but this will give you an idea of the size and detail put into this home. They designed every bit of this design themselves. What a artistic gift.

The back gardens.

This is there HUGE vineyard.

The grapes are about a month from harvest.

The design of this alone is breathtaking.

Grapes make for some beautiful pics.

The color of this is splendid!

This is one of my sweetest friends, she is stunningly beautiful inside and out. You are an amazing mentor to me and I am so thankful for your friendship.

This is her hubby.

The children all swam in this pond for almost 3 hours. They kayaked for most of the hours. This is the one pic I have of Isacc and his good friend. They were off and running most of the day. Both very busy boys.

They believed there was no way to tip this baby until all 4 boys got together! I wish I had the after pic but my mommy (worried) kicked in and made sure they all made it to shore safely.

This is my hubby, he found it so peaceful to mosey around the pond. I think it looks like he is lost in the Amazon here.

Bowie and Hubby had a tour around and even went through the "rain".

Marie had to have her go at it. A bit short lived!

Kasey has a few opportunities to fish lately. I believe he could find a great love for this sport. Anyone want to have a buddy along?

Wyatt has a hurt leg so he could not enjoy the water. He soon found himself a few other things to keep himself occupied! Gods nature is full of enough fun, wonder and beauty for an entire life time.

Kasey spent a very long while alone in the midst of the pond. Quietly, earnestly, hoping to catch something! In the end, today was just not his day. Soon enough buddy!

This is one of Kaseys closest friends. They are going to change the world together!

Lots of ideas these boys have!

We were so blessed with a beautiful night! We are praying already for the weather of our next visit here.

Wyatt did get escorted safely around the pond.

What a day of preparation for us. We are filled with thankfulness and excitement to return here again.