Weekends



Weekends are for memory making, 
relaxing and enjoying quiet moments of our days.  
If you would like, please share your weekend moments 
in the comment section with a link to your blog.


October is turning out to be a spectacular month to behold.  Each day I walk about outside and notice something different.  This photo was taken before the leaves were mowed and blown to the side. The oak trees have barely started so there's more to come.

The weekend was an at home weekend kicked off by dinner out with our daughter Friday night.  We shopped a bit afterwards then headed home.  Saturday, I cleaned and readied the house, taking my time and stopping for some much needed knitting breaks.

Sunday after church and more kitchen preparations, we welcomed to our house my daughter and her fiance and his parents.  We had a fabulous time getting to know each other and share our life's tidbits. For dinner we had grilled chicken, roasted potatoes, tossed salad and for dessert......pumpkin pie!

Today I'm exhausted, the dishes are done and put away.  I'm happy knowing there are left overs in the frig and knitting to cozy up with.

How was your weekend?

Comments

  1. CorinneOctober 13, 2014 at 6:56 AM

    Your weekend sounds lovely. Watching the leaves turn colours is such a nice part of this time of the year.

    I had a lazy weekend, a bit of sports, lots of knitting on my newest project little socks and neglecting my more challenging project estuary. I've also started planning our next summer holidays a bit more in detail, currently I am trying to figure out a route for our road trip.

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  2. AdeolaOctober 13, 2014 at 7:33 AM

    I am determined that this will be the year I make my first Pumpkin Pie, any recipe tips?? Ours was a very relaxed weekend http://adeolainwonderland.blogspot.co.uk/2014/10/weekending.html

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  3. GinaOctober 13, 2014 at 7:57 AM

    The leaves are beautiful! I just LOVE autumn colors. And pumpkin pie...Yum! I can't wait! Sounds like you had a wonderful weekend. We did a bit of this and a bit of that this weekend.
    http://ginakimmel.com/choose-to-notice-the-joy/
    Hope you have a wonderful start to your week!

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  4. AnkeOctober 13, 2014 at 7:59 AM

    The picture is beautiful! We get more pine needles than leaves, so I really enjoy seeing photos like yours. We had a great weekend. I was able to get together with friends Friday night, we had a lazy football Saturday and then a bike ride for a great cause on Sunday. Couldn't have asked for anything more!

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  5. margeneOctober 13, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    October days change constantly, as one day it feels like winter, the next like blustery fall, and the next warm and sunny like summer. The golden leaves that are starting to fill our landscape are stunningly beautiful. Your weekend sounds lovely!

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  6. stephOctober 13, 2014 at 8:19 AM

    you really are having a stellar color year!!! gorgeous!!!!! we're still waiting for the color....the cooler temps have made at least a brief appearance----along with a whole lot of rain! good nesting weather.

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  7. Tracey ~ CloverOctober 13, 2014 at 8:51 AM

    I'm glad you had a lovely dinner and there was the meeting of new to be family members. Has the couple set a date?
    You have pumpkin in your day! Rain and cooler temperatures are suppose to be here Wednesday so maybe I can bake a little.

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  8. Kim October 13, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    I love October days, they are just so beautiful. How wonderful to gather with your daughter, her fiance and his family. Enjoy your day of knitting :)

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  9. DebbieOctober 13, 2014 at 9:53 AM

    Gorgeous October color! I just love this time of year!

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  10. fjord girlOctober 13, 2014 at 10:13 AM

    Love the colors- fall here has been quite amazing. Sounds like a really nice weekend- and now...you can knit and relax :)

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  11. MonicaOctober 13, 2014 at 10:56 AM

    What a great weekend! I wish our daughter would bring her fella over to mee us. That is why I am praying so hard for her. She is pulling away from us and closer to someone we know nothing about. :( She has learned this difficult lesson once and I pray that she opens her eyes soon!
    My weekend was very busy (remodel her house). Sunday after church Mister and I went grocery shopping, did some resting, made a dinner that was pretty much acceptable to everyone, and rested some more (I was crocheting like crazy during this time). Turned in at 9 to read for a bit and drift into a great night of sleep.
    Thanks for sharing your weekend! I think I may have to join you for "Weekends" :)

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  12. amandaOctober 13, 2014 at 1:30 PM

    leaves and knitting and pumpkin pie- lovely!
    this weekend for me was all about the women's herb conference that I finally got back to after a few years away: http://sweetpotatoclaire.blogspot.com/2014/10/weekending-herb-conference.html

    cheers!

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  13. mamasmercantileOctober 13, 2014 at 1:59 PM

    What a lovely occasion to share a beautiful sounding meal.

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  14. Judy S.October 13, 2014 at 2:38 PM

    Sounds like you have an exciting celebration in your future! We had a nice weekend, too; dinner out on Friday, Saturday with the grand kids, and yesterday singing in choir and then relaxing with some knitting and reading.

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  15. DiannaOctober 13, 2014 at 2:52 PM

    You are surrounded with beauty from your trees, Karen. I am so glad that you had a good weekend and that things went well yesterday as your future in-laws visited. I can only imagine how exhausted you are today. Please rest up. I am having an exhausted day today as well. I had big plans to can pears, but at present they still await me in the kitchen sink after having been washed. I am glad that my hubby will help me with whatever I need him to do...but it shall wait now until after dinner. Rest up my friend!

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  16. UnknownOctober 13, 2014 at 3:38 PM

    It sounds like a wonderful weekend! Ours was busy celebrating my nephews 3rd birthday! (And I hit "save" this morning instead of "publish" and just realized it now! My link should work now!) http://ihappyree.blogspot.com/2014/10/weekending_13.html

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  17. AnonymousOctober 13, 2014 at 4:41 PM

    How lovely. I need a stay-at-home weekend!
    How exciting to meet the extended new family. And with pumpkin pie, what ever could go wrong?

    https://stitchandpurl.wordpress.com/2014/10/13/weekending-131/

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  18. apicturebookmindOctober 13, 2014 at 5:44 PM

    What a nice weekend, great that you got to know the parents of your daughter's fiance. Our weekend was filled with working on our house, visiting a couple bathroom stores and for me some knitting too. I love your photo!

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  19. debby emadianOctober 14, 2014 at 7:05 AM

    You can't beat left overs on a pottering homely day. Happy knitting.
    debx

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  20. kristieinbcOctober 14, 2014 at 10:25 AM

    It sounds like your weekend was wonderful, and it looks so pretty where you live. I love the fall colours! It's always an adventure meeting the parents of our children's partners. I'm glad it went well for you!

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  21. DonnaOctober 14, 2014 at 11:41 AM

    What a great weekend! Sounds like the rituals of engagement and wedding planning are well on their way. How exciting!!!

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  22. Amy at love made my homeOctober 14, 2014 at 12:50 PM

    Such a beautiful picture. xx

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  23. CathieJOctober 14, 2014 at 9:04 PM

    So glad you had a wonderful weekend. Your picture is full of fall colors. So pretty.

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