we stole just a few last days of summer to relax on a lake in the mountains of Tennessee before heading home ..,,, precious moments…thankful  

we have found a little slice of paradise to hide away our last few days of summer together. A little cottage over the water, our dock out the back door, mountains, cool breezes at night, trails to wander, and an incredibly beautiful stocked lake..,, thankful for this time

Wonderful Theater productions -Thank You Michael Moulton!!! I loved every second!      

Love these kids to the moon & back… Love seeing them together!  Family time! We sat out on the deck talking and laughing late into the night and then picked right back up the moment we awoke as we all shuffled out with coffee one by one to soak up all the moments possible before time to go.

21 years ago Mike & I traveled through New Hampshire camping out in our 2 person tent because we didn’t have money for hotels at the time. It was a wonderful trip back then and we stayed in beautiful places in the mountains. One of our favorite spots was Polly’s Pancake House, a pancake/fresh maple syrup house we found out in the woods. Today we actually found that same spot again with Bryce while exploring the mountains, also a Moulton Farm, and some beautiful covered bridges along the way! 

a few days on the coast of Maine at Old Orchard Beach. We have eaten lobster right off the boats (twice 😳), played on the beach, and enjoyed the boardwalk.  Fun sitting on the pier just sharing stories and laughing… Sounds like Bryce had a really special group of kids at the writing workshop and had a great experience. It’s really the simple moments sharing that matter the most.

after three great weeks hanging out in the Bershires on the lake, concerts, kayaking, theater, hiking, and zip lining we FINALLY got our kid back! He had an incredible experience.  I am one happy mama! Our next stop -Ben & Jerrys in Vermont, then the Von Trapp Family Lodge. We love Vermont-just stunning this time of year! I love my little family and I love exploring together- the world just feels right when we can just hang out! My favorite place in the world,? Easy… With my guys!!!!