More Autumn Color!

Today, Brittany and I went into Beaverton/Hillsboro and did some shopping for winter. It was supposed to rain today. Ha! It was gorgeous! The colors of fall are popping out everywhere and I can't get enough of it! So, as soon as we got home, I didn't even unload the car. Instead, I grabbed my camera and started shooting. I didn't think the colors could get any prettier, but they have and I am in awe of God's creation.

Autumn Color 2008

Oh, how I love the colors of autumn. Once I get up close and personal, it just amazes me how beautiful and intense the colors are.





These pictures have not been enhanced...it's God's handiwork and He's the master!

Birthday Bouquet

Brittany came home today with a beautiful bouquet of flowers from Matt. He had them delivered to her school and they brought them to her last class of the day. Needless to say, she felt pretty darned special.

Happy Birthday, Brittany!

Brittany turns 18 today! We've been celebrating for a week already, though. Last Tuesday, we went out to eat in Portland with Andy, Kelly and my mom to celebrate both Brittany's and Lamar's birthday. Then, Saturday, Brittany went out with some school friends for dinner and a movie. Last night, she had a bunch of friends from church come over for eats and games. That is what this collage is from. Of course, I have to say, "Where did the time go? Seems like yesterday..." That's just what mom's all over the world say when their babies grow up. (Notice the Cheetah t-shirt)

Our Tree Cat

In a recent post, I shared the story of our cat, Meeko, climbing a tree to get a mouse. And, I mentioned that Meeko is a tree-climbing cat even when he isn't after poor little cartoon-looking mice.


Today, we were getting the last of our apples and sure enough, he didn't disappoint. Up he went and settled in while we did all the work. He's such an entertaining kitty.

Run For The Cheetah

Brittany (and her friend, Amy) had to participate in a 5k public run/walk of any kind for a PE class in school. They were originally going to run/walk in the Race For The Cure (for breast cancer) or the Memory Walk (for Alzheimers), but their schedules didn't cooperate. So, they signed up for the "Run For The Cheetah". Yes, people are trying to save the Cheetahs, folks.

This morning, they took off at 7:00 for the Portland Zoo. When they got there, they quickly realized just how SERIOUS the other participants were. I guess there was lots of spandex, sleek fitting sunglasses and serious running shirts that had the coveted Ipod/phone pocket in the back. And, imagine this...they ALL ran! In Brittany's words, "These people were freakin RUNNING FOR THE CHEETAH!" I don't know exactly what she was expecting, but hey, it's Portland! What DID they expect?! The course was the narrow and windy road going from the zoo to the Rose Garden. They also soon discovered that it was very hilly, making for more of a workout for them.

It was a good experience. They didn't get any pictures during the race because Brittany didn't have one of those serious shirts with the special little Ipod/phone pocket in the back. But, she was more than willing to pose for you all with her free shirt that she got for participating in the walk/run...I mean run...seriously.

Senior Pic Shoot

Brittany had her Senior pictures taken on Friday. We had Mossbarger Photography take them. They did my graduation (cap and gown) photo, the Stanton family photo, our engagement and wedding photos and Andy's senior pics...so, it seems to have become a family tradition. The photo shoot went great. We had wonderful weather, although a bit chillier than we wanted! Brittany loved the whole experience. It's going to be REALLY hard to pick and choose!