A Night of Halloween Fun

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We just finished handing out the Halloween candy. We counted about 100 children, and most were accompanied by parents, or older brothers and sisters. I couldn’t help but notice how polite our young visitors were. I heard a continual chorus of please and thank you’s throughout the evening. It was a fun night. My husband, Martin decorates the house every year and is the main candy server. My job is to hold back our dog Annika, who wants to get out the door and run with the trick-or-treaters. I can’t believe Halloween has come and gone. Next stop, Thanksgiving.

Zion, one of My Favorite Places to Vacation

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Zion National Park is one of our favorite places to spend vacation time. It’s especially wonderful when we share it with family and friends. Above you can see our younger grandson, as he watches the Virgin River flowing by.
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We did some great hiking and saw many beautiful sights.red-rocks

This is our third visit to Zion National Park. Each visit is different, yet wonderful in its own way. Last year it was rainy, which gave the mountains a mystical appearance. This year it is sunny.  Mid 70s during the day and high 40s at night. Perfect sleeping weather.
If you would like to see photos from our previous visits to Zion, please go to the front page of Plum Bird Corner and type Zion in the Search box. If you’ve never been to Zion National Park, you must add it to your vacation bucket list. You will not regret it.

 

My Morning Coffee

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I like to wake up early every morning, so I can journal and enjoy some quiet time. I think about, and give thanks for a new day and the blessings of yesterday. When I finish my writing, I treat myself to a much anticipated cup of coffee. As you can see in the photo above, I start out with a lot of milk in cup.
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Next, I add extra bold, dark roast coffee. I love the flavor combination. It is a delicious moment when I take the first sip. The warmth of the cup in my hands, also fights the early morning chill. This first cup of coffee is indeed a delightful experience.