Sue (Scott's mom) and Linda (Scott's aunt) came to visit us over Columbus Day weekend. I think this is becoming a tradition for them to come up every year at this time. It's such a great time to come because I love the fall and it's so fun doing things outside. This particular weekend was actually pretty warm for this time of year and unfortunately the leaves just aren't as pretty and bold as they have been in the past. Nevertheless, it was a good time.
Saturday Sue wasn't feeling so well so she stayed home with Gus (a very nice co-pilot when you're sick...he sleeps with you ALL day). Linda, Scott and I went up to Mall of America. We roamed around there for a few hours and then came back home to the delicious smell of pulled pork that had been cooking in the slow cooker all day. We then watched the Illini/Wisconsin football game while we ate our dinner. I think by this time we were pretty much tuckered out and decided to go to bed.
Sunday we got up early for church. After church we headed to Lake City and my mom joined us too. In Lake City they were celebrating Johnny Appleseed Days (only we didn't see anything related to JA). We took advantage of the bus system that was provided for the event and went from craft shows to parks to the apple orchard to an art festival. It was perfect! I think my favorite part was the yummy Honey Crisp apples we enjoyed from Pepin Heights. After Lake City we headed to Wabasha to go to the National Eagle Center. I had never been here before (it's brand new). We enjoyed looking at the three live eagles they have in the center and we saw three eagles outside too from a distance. What a beautiful area and gorgeous little town. Definitely worth a visit. Sunday evening we enjoyed dinner and harvest stuffed apples for dessert while playing Euchre. Hmmm I can't remember who won but I'm going to say it was me and Linda :) We make a good team. Monday morning they headed back to Illinois. They are such easy guests and we really really enjoy when they come here. We create wonderful memories and it's a nice break from our everyday life.
Wild Wings Festival, Lake City
Scott's "harvest" pic
Lots of picture-taking
National Eagle Center
Inside
The donor wall...this will only be funny to those who watch Curb your Enthusiasm
Yes this is an eagle eating a rat...pretty gross
Doesn't even look real...beautiful
There's the eagle! Maybe it's time for me to get a new lens...
Lots of picture-taking
National Eagle Center
Inside
The donor wall...this will only be funny to those who watch Curb your Enthusiasm
Yes this is an eagle eating a rat...pretty gross
Doesn't even look real...beautiful
There's the eagle! Maybe it's time for me to get a new lens...
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