In the Throne Room

My name is Gigi and I am a Christian...proud and unapologetic. I was a lifelong Catholic - up until a few years ago when the priest sexual abuse scandal hit a bit too close to home. And rocked my very foundation of beliefs. But by the GRACE of my Lord Jesus Christ, I am finding my way back - not to Catholicism, but to my Savior. This is my journey...I would love it if you would share it with me. Sit with me for awhile, won't you...in the Throne Room of the Lord.

Monday, September 27, 2010

Fall...Virginia style!

Can you guess what I did this weekend? I won't keep you in suspense...(although I've been known to do that on occasion, haven't I?)

It involved these people...

These views...

And ended with these rewards...

Fresh Apple Cider Donuts...mmmmm!

And.....the star of the show!

Thanks~

God willing, see ya next Fall!

God spoke: "Earth, green up! Grow all varieties of seed-bearing plants, every sort of fruit-bearing tree." And there it was.
Genesis 1:11 The Message

6 comments:

nancygrayce said...: What a nice weekend! Such beautiful scenery!; September 27, 2010 at 6:15 PM
katiegfromtennessee said...: Oh, Gigi, those donuts looked good. The Lord bless you today.

katiegfromtennessee; September 28, 2010 at 10:27 PM
Matthew said...: We had such a beautiful time and can't wait to do it again! Thanks for adding to the many wonderful memories of picking (and eating) fresh fruit.; September 28, 2010 at 11:10 PM
Gigi said...: Nancy, it was a lovely time on the mountain! Last year it was raining and cold, this year - sunny and warm (even HOT at times!)...but it's always a good time! And yes, it's so beautiful there...sigh...; September 29, 2010 at 11:54 AM
Gigi said...: Katie, the donuts are scrumptious! Best gobbled up on site!! We were compliant. ;) God bless you and yours! Looking forward to new pics of your sweet girl soon!; September 29, 2010 at 11:56 AM
Gigi said...: Matthew...next year (God willing) will be a good harvest! Kimberly is looking forward to joining us, although I fear the mountain will never be the same...

I'm glad you have *wonderful memories* of picking fresh fruit! The years have a way of doing that...I seem to remember a lot of ummm - "comments" - of "migrant farm workers" from you and your brother and sister as you were growing up! Dad and I used to get a lot of laughs from the grumbling the three of you did - but we noticed how the grumbling always seemed to stop when you were eating the "fruits" of your labors!

Love you son! xo; September 29, 2010 at 12:02 PM

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