Train ride!

On our way back to the campground, we made a quick stop at Skyline Caverns where they have a miniature train.  Adam was so excited to take a train ride and I'll admit it was the perfect ending to a great morning and afternoon! 

 

Aspen Dale Winery...

After apple picking we decided to move on to another fruit...grapes!  We stumbled upon an adorable winery that we hadn't been to before, nor had we heard of it.  Aspen Dale Winery is probably one of the best winery experiences we've had to date, the perfect combination of excellent wine, beautiful scenery, and lots of charm.

 

Located in a Civil War era barn this vineyard takes its wine very seriously, but in a warm and welcoming way. They believe in offering food pairings with their tastings so that you can really get a feel for the depth of all of their wines.  A sip of their Rockawalkin' Cabernet paired with a pheasant sausage seemed the more typical pairing and yet they then offered up a piece of chocolate with a smear of goat cheese.  Now you find yourself feeling as though you just ate a chocolate covered cherry. 

After going through the tastings we decided to enjoy some wine and a picnic in their garden area overlooking their farm.  Adam loved running around and even fed one of the miniature horses some grass. 

A lovely afternoon picnic on a gorgeous fall afternoon. 

Apple picking...

We finally picked the perfect weekend to go apple picking.  I think I tend to want to wait until the cool air has set in but that usually means the apples have fallen and well, there's not a whole lot of picking to be done. This year, with a camping trip planned for the newly opened VA State Park at the Shenandoah River, I knew that even if we were in shorts, we were going to be hunting for apples!

Our visit to Stribling Orchard was spot on with apples galore!  Adam had so much fun climbing up on Daddy' shoulders to pull apples off the branches.  He was so proud of himself with each score and we came home with a nice big bag of some of the best apples I've ever tasted. 

Nothing says fall (even in shorts!) like apple picking, cinnamon sugar doughnuts, and the smell of apple cider.

Considering we ate all the apples before I had a chance to bake with them, I think we just might have to head back out for another round of picking before the season ends!

Celebrating Meghan & Rob...Greeley style

I think the only thing missing from the Royal Wedding last year was my family.  No seriously, they are the missing ingredient to any wedding.  If you are planning a wedding and you aren't apart of my family, add us to your registry.  Immediately. 

We are great additions to any wedding photo...

We obviously know how to make beautiful center pieces...

Sometimes there's even fireworks...

Of course what we do best is to rock the dance floor from song one until the lights are turned off.  I even think it's possible you'll find at least Sarah still out there tearing it up. 

So if you want a rockin good time at the next wedding you plan to attend, give us a call, but count us out for November 3, we've already got a wedding to go to...

Post Ceremony/Pre-Reception...

We had a little bit of time to spare between the ceremony and the reception so after snapping some photos outside of the church, we did what we do best, we hung out at the bar. 

Pumpkin beers were had, more stories were shared, and we did our best to conserve energy knowing there was a dance floor in our future.  The dance floor was about to have the night of it's life. 

The Wedding...

I woke up that Saturday morning, still smelling a bit like campfire, and opened the curtains and looked out on a sparkling lake surrounded by trees rustling from a fall breeze, and not a cloud in the sky.  It was going to be the perfect day for a spectacular couple. 

The wedding ceremony took place at a beautiful church in Laconia at 2:00 in the afternoon.  The groom and groomsmen looked daper and the bridesmaids looked crisp and classic in their black gowns. 

Then Meghan walked in.  Looking as gorgeous as ever in a stunning gown, grinning ear to ear.  She was the perfect bride.  Uncle Bob held it together pretty well I'd say walking her down the aisle.  It was a great sight to see. 

The ceremony was very nicely done with poignant readings, a great message about love and giving yourself to your partner (always good to be reminded of these things!) and wonderful songs throughout.  They of course both said "I do."  And with a kiss it was official.  Meghan and Rob were husband and wife.  They couldn't have looked happier.