Addie and flowers

The weather changed suddenly from 80 degrees to 50. It was so cold. We hurried to see her last close-to-home meet and were stuck in traffic. We saw her runners gather at the line and take off. I was appalled at how many were in their normal running clothes. A normal problem of XC sweat to death in August-September then October through November shiver and needed more layers.

 I was so happy to finally locate the correct Addie at the end of the race. She was in the top ten or 12 finishers. There were some very fast girls. She ran 20:03 but more importantly did not throw up. I caught her at the chute and started her breathing deeply. This helped get more oxygen to her organs and body in general stopping the gag reflex. It is interesting how being a 4th year runner there are different challenges each season. The kids didn't free although it was chilly. We were thankful to have Grandma Corn along for the ride with us. And really enjoyed her peanut butter balls post race. It was just too cold for ice cream. 

Knowing the weather was turning and summer was ending Andrea and  I harvested the last nice Zinnias. We already have plans for next year and are working to save all the seeds we can. 

It was so cute watching this lady work she knew exactly what to do and how to do it. 

We shared a few more bouquets with friends and family. 

Addie had District Ag Sales. She was very worried and made some preparations. She even asked me to practice selling with her. I was not an easy customer. She sure is a beautiful lady. 

Third place wasn't what she hoped for but it was a banner nonetheless. Greta, Addie, Trent, and Taylor. Jackson in the previous picture was the high Beginning salesman from Vale. 

 And I was so happy to read this about John's first birthday away from Home. Mission presidents are so on top of all 150+ young people they serve with. They are truly amazing. I sent John protein powder as per his request. I need to get a shirt ordered for him as he lost one or two to pen leaks. 

Life is good, its so good to be done with harvest to be making plans for next year. Learning all I can about natural solutions to the problems we have, learning about business, thinking about other options that would work with our abilities, space, and resources think pheasants. Although flower farming really tickles my fancy. But composting and cover crops are the main focus right now along with repairs. The never-ending list of repairs. Life is good and we are so blessed with all we take for granted. Health, nature every day, working together, industry, enough to provide what we want and need, peace, and learning.