Yemma
Yemma had her follow-up doctor's appointment today. During this appointment, they reviewed the results of a CT scan she had on Monday. I am so happy to report that she is....CANCER-FREE!!!! I am very happy that all of the cancer has gotten outta town, but also trying to walk the line between negativity and a cautious awareness that it COULD come back. I'm not at all trying to rain on this parade; just being mindful that the more I think, "We're out of the woods, we're out of the woods!", the more devastating it would be if it did return. However, this is definitely a victory in itself! Thank you, Lord, for this huge piece of happiness,

Hunger
You and I are both aware that these economic times are tough. It seems like everyone I know is being affected in one way or another. When we have to give things up to save money, it's upsetting and frustrating. We (I know I) tend to think, "Why is this happening to me?" Well, I realized something the other day that I hope will lend insight to my readers. A bit of background: Ryan was laid off in August and is still without a job. As we try to stretch things a little further and reevaluate what we "need" in our lives, a lot of changes are occurring. One example is that I now bring a homemade sandwich to school for lunch instead of escaping to McAlister's,

Mary
Last month, I took an impromptu trip up to St. Louis to take some pictures of my sister. She wanted some "artsy" pictures (the kind of "artsy" that I can't exactly show online, if you get me) - but I will share some gorgeous close-ups! Josey did her hair and make-up. I had a lot of fun doing this shoot; I'd never done anything like it before and it was a good challenge to shoot indoors.Enjoy!

My Pumpy-kins!
This is my cute little gathering of pumpkins, gourds, etc. I like them. They like me.

The You-Must-Make-This Apple Pie
As promised, the recipe for "the" apple pie follows. I found it on Clary's website - I frequent her blog because I really like her photography and one day, she posted her own recipe for apple pie. I modified it only by adding cloves because I am obsessed with them. (Do it. Trust me.)If you make this pie, please let me know! It is seriously amazing.