Weekend Relaxing

We have absolutely loved our new patio so much!  We lived out there this summer.  This fall brings another kind of wonderful out on the patio.  The woods around the yard is just beautiful right now.  We have had such fun lighting a fire in the firepit, grilling or smoking meats, eating outside, and even watching shows outside on the portable TV with the kids.  I feel so fortunate to have such a wonderful space to enjoy with my family.  We miss the pool, but we'll get so much more use with the patio. 

Some of Evangeline's woodland sketches....

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