Scott ~ October 19th ~ 21 years old
Scott with Mom and Dad
Scott and I
Shawn ~ October 30th ~ 24 years old
Shawn with Mom and Dad
Shawn with Nana and Papa Pifer
Mom ~ November 15th ~
Family Picture!
Shawn, Scott and I with Nana and Papa Pifer and Nana Humphrey
Mom and Dad
Happy 21st Birthday to my wonderful brother Scott! Looking forward to celebrating with you on the weekend. I love you.
Last weekend, Mom, Dad, Shawn and I went into Ottawa to see Scott at school. We spent a few hours together going for a nice walk along the Ottawa River.
On our way to the park
Mom and Dad wondering if they can afford to send me to "Le Cordon Bleu . . . It's a VERY expensive cooking school.
Mom & Dad
The Guys
After we visited with Scott, we went to see "The Help" at the Kanata ACM. Excellent film. I'm going to read the book this week.
A self portrait taken in the car
The leaves are starting to change color, people have gone back to school and returned to their daily routines. My days have been filled with work, taking care of my 14 laying hens and spending time with my family, friends and wonderful cousins. Fall is my favorite time of year . . I love seeing how much the trees have changed as I drive to and from work. Life is good. I feel blessed.
Today Mom, Aunt Gwen, Natalie, Leah and I went to Westport to do some sightseeing and shopping. It was their first time in Westport. On our way there we stopped at Brown's Shoe Outlet outside of Perth. Between the four of us we bought 10 pairs of shoes . . . Mom didn't buy any....
Waiting to get our lunch 
Mom and Aunt Gwen 
Scott went back to OttawaU this year. He is taking Viola Performance. He made the switch over from violin this summer and is really enjoying the change. He is living in the same place as last year. Miss him already.
My cuz Natalie and her fiance Nate (and cousin Leah!) came over for dinner last Saturday. He was visiting from Virginia to work on wedding plans and to see his beloved Nat. And to vist his awesome cousins to be! 
Opening an engagement gift.
Scott had his violin jury this morning at school. It went well. Thank you everyone for your prayers over the past few weeks. We are all excited to have Scott coming home tonight.
Last Thursday, my boss called and wondered if I would like to come to a dinner conference in Ottawa with her that evening. It was a very nice buffet dinner. While we were eating, a naturopath gave a talk for Natural Factors (a natural supplement company) about some of their latest products. It was nice to learn more about what I am selling! 
Friday night was Scott's last concert of the year with the OUO (Ottawa University Orchestra). Shawn and I went early to save seats for Mom, Dad, Nana and Papa. Uncle Robin and my cousin Leah were able to come as well. Dad had been in Toronto for the last part of the week. He drove home Friday afternoon, had dinner and then drove Mom, Nana and Papa into the concert. Busy day. The orchestra played a very long piece, "Brahm's German Requiem". There was a large choir of close to 120 people. There was two vocal soloists performing as well. It was a great concert. I'm so glad we were all able to go. 
This afternoon, the last tea dance of the season was held at the Almonte Town Hall. The Women's Institute always does the tea, sweets and sandwiches for the dances. I went to work with another lady this afternoon. There was lots of people out today to dance. It's fun to watch all the different couples dancing. 
I told you about Dad being in Atlanta. Well, he was supposed to arrive home about 1am but ended up stuck in Detroit overnight. We didn't get to see him until Friday night supper at JR's. I was working and Shawn was studying in town. We were meeting Mom and Dad at the restaurant. When we arrived Dad said to head over to the table and he would wait for Mom outside. We got over to the table and a surprise was there! Scotty had been picked up by Dad from school and brought him to surprise us all. You are the best Dad! I had been feeling a little miserable that day because it had been awhile since we'd all been together. We had a great time together before he had to head back to Ottawa.
The Birthday Table
Decorations
Scott before dinner
Making Pizza
Opening gifts
Scott's cake - carrot with cream cheese icing
Blowing out all the candles...
... all this smoke!
Cake is so fun!
Taste and see that the LORD is good, blessed is the man who takes refuge in him.
Psalm 34:8
