Interlude

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We had a bit of a peaceful interlude today in the midst of our chaos. A couple in our church invited us for lunch. They are the caretakers of a very large estate that trains Peruvian Pasos. We actually lived there for 2 months when we first moved here 6 years ago and it was a wonderful place to live.

Look at these gorgeous views!
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The owner has a lot of money so he is able to keep things pristine.
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Emily loves horses so she spent most of her time with them.
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However, when we got home this is what her face looked like. Actually her eyes are looking better here. They were almost swollen closed. It happens every time with horses!
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The boys spent their time doing this.
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It was nice to get away for a bit today.

Comments

  1. NadineJuly 10, 2009 at 9:34 PM

    It is amazing how just getting away for a little bit helps to refresh you!
    Have a wonderful weekend!

    Blessings!
    ~Nadine

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  2. AnonymousJuly 10, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    Hi Terri,
    I so understand. We had a bit of normal time today and it does feel soooo good.
    Prayers and hugs,
    Elizabeth

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  3. Karen in TNJuly 11, 2009 at 12:12 AM

    Allergies should be ILLEGAL! My 7 year old is the same way with cats. I'm glad you got to get away and de-stress a bit.

    Karen in TN

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  4. Lisa @ Life with 4!July 11, 2009 at 1:22 AM

    what beautiful property!! and i'm sure Kaycie would have been right with emily, petting the horses! poor girl, i'm sure it's not fun being allergic to something you love so much!

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  5. ElizabethdJuly 11, 2009 at 3:41 AM

    That must have been such a pleasant change for you and the family. What a lovely place!

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  6. ThenaJuly 11, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    Wow! So beautiful. Only thing missing would be a blanket and a good book down by the water. Peaceful, tranquil, give all your worries and cares to God there, and leave them there.

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  7. Leah CourtneyJuly 12, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    I'm so glad you all were able to get away together and have a bit of peace. I am still praying for all of you and thought of you often while we were at the beach.

    BTW, sorry you can't open the Smilebox on my blog. :( We did have fun at the beach though. :-)

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