wedding in Georgia!

A few weekends ago, mom, dad, Rob, and I went to our cousin Lauren's wedding in Dahlonega, Georgia. It was a quick trip, but we managed to do as much as possible. The wedding was Saturday night, so that day we drove to Helen, Georgia. Helen is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the Chattachoochee River and is a re-creation of an alpine village. The day we were there was the first day of their Oktoberfest, so there was lots going on. After we left Helen, in honor of Lloyd, we drove to a part of the Appalachian Trail. It was quite eventful. We drove up the mountain for 30 minutes, took a picture, mom stepped in dog poo, and we left! Lauren's wedding was at the beautiful Wolf Mountain Vineyards in Dahlonega. It was absolutely breathtaking. Rob and I enjoyed walking through the vineyards and seeing the purple grapes. When we were in Napa Valley in June, the grapes were very small and green, so it was nice to see how beautiful they look right before harvesting. I definitely win the award on this blog for most pictures...hope you enjoy them.

The Appalachian Trail

Helen, Georgia


the oktoberfest parade started with the official keg of beer

aren't they cute?



In Helen, we went to a model train exhibit that was amazing! we had lunch at a restaurant on the river

the setting of the wedding, Wolf Mountain Vineyards

Banks turns 1

I know I post a lot of pictures of my best friends' babies, but I love them dearly!! Amanda and Eric's son, Banks, turned one recently and we went to his train themed birthday party! We all had fun and Banks really enjoyed his presents. He wasn't so sure about putting his fingers into his little cake, which made his daddy very happy. Happy Birthday Banks! We love you!

a new baby!

My sweet cousin Ruth and her husband Jeff welcomed their second son, Tyler Haney Hughes, into this world on September 24, 2009 at 1:16 pm. Ty weighed 7 pounds 5 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long. I couldn't get off work in time to be at the hospital while he was born, but made it shortly after. Ruth did great and big brother Brett was so excited! Congrats Ruth, Jeff, and Brett! We love y'all so much as are looking forward to another little one around the Christmas table!

post tension cables...

foundation framing

Things are getting really exciting these days...

our front porch

some of kitchen, butler's pantry, dining, and keeping rooms

future children rooms and bath

screened porch and patio

some of master bed and bath master bath

garage

Labor Day

This is a little late but I wanted to post some pictures of what Rob and I did over Labor Day weekend. Saturday night we stayed up late and watched the LSU game on tv. Sunday after church, our friends Daniel and Carol Anne came over and we watched the Ole Miss game. On Labor day, we met friends Valerie, Glen and their daughter Amelia and went to the zoo. Amelia loved looking at all the animals and really enjoyed the petting zoo. That night we went to friends Amanda and Eric's house for supper. We had a great weekend spending time with our friends.

Home For Sale

ATTENTION ALL POTENTIAL HOME BUYERS:

Are you looking for a gorgeous new home in the sought out Fondren neighborhood? If so, then you've come to the right place. My dear cousin Joy and her husband Louis are returning to the motherland soon, and they would LOVE for you to consider their Fondren house for your next "home". It is super cute and ready for new owners! As much as I don't want to see them go, I know that this is the Lord's will. Rob and I look forward to many adventures to South Africa.

more pictures and information at:

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P.S. If you are not quite ready to buy yet, but want another amazing home with charm and character, then look no further than our Belhaven home...will be up for sale around March 2010. Stay tuned!