October 2013 Cabin Trip

The fall colors were so gorgeous up at the cabin. We were also met with this surprise on the way up. A whole ton of sheep were being herded down the dirt road. It was fun for the kids to see, so we didn't mind being held up a bit. 

We laughed at the stupidity of the sheep. It made me think about how oft times we are compared to sheep and the Savior is our shepherd. He doesn’t push, because that just makes some sheep run astray. But he kindly leads. Jesus led, but these sheep were being herded from behind and it didn’t always seem like the most constructive way. These herders were on horseback and they had dogs, who would listen to the whistles of the man and they would some times get vicious getting the sheep to go the right way. The Savior is much more gentle. I could see the difference between a sheep herder and a Shepherd. The Shepherd knows his sheep by name and they listen to His voice. 

Reed loves his new baby cousin, ShayLee Kay Brown. This picture was taken at the Homer cabin. It has been a great year full of fun cabin trips. 

Classic Reed face.

Nothing like hot cocoa at the cabin.

So happy to be at the cabin!

Reed Bert. (we have some great nicknames in this fam)

Brothers

We woke up to a beautiful sight Friday morning. This soft blanket of snow didn't last long. It melted throughout the day and left mud and puddles.....

...But mud and puddles are heaven for little boys tromping around in their boots.

Yes, we borrowed the neighbor's swing. It was in the warm sunshine. 

This kind of stroller works a lot better in the wet terrain. 

Spencer and Reed at the lake. LOVE this pic!

We watched a young bull moose walk along the lake's edge. We are so blessed to have such a great cabin in such a great place. I am so glad that our children can make fun memories at the cabin. It is so nice to be able to escape the city and noise and enjoy the peaceful beauty of God's creation in nature. THANKS!