So, as promised, here are some photos of the finished product of my attempt at antique restoration.  What a wonderful feeling to complete a project, especially after some difficulties and obstacles!  A friend cut some mirror glass for me so now the mirror is also complete.  

The remainder of our summer has flown by...we had taken a three-month mini-sabbatical for rest before we take on a new season of ministry.  Tomorrow is our first official day back.  We have a trip planned starting this week and are looking forward to connecting with folks once again.

Highlights of the summer were: building a deck for my mom, visiting our granddaughter, taking a trip to Medora, North Dakota to an outdoor musical, lazy days at our cabin, and the grand finale - our Selke Family Labour Day Classic weekend hosted by Caylea up at Big River Bible Camp!

And just like that, the summer is over.  Kids are back to school, Bible camps are over for the year, combines are running day and night to get the harvest in.  A tinge of gold is appearing in the trees.  Autumn is approaching with its unique beauty.  God's handiwork in the seasons is one of the reasons I worship Him!

On this final day off, we enjoyed fellowship and the Word at Balgonie Baptist, went out for lunch with our friends and then slipped home to spend a quiet afternoon reading in the backyard.  Leftovers for supper and maybe a Sunday night movie and popcorn.

Tomorrow is the dawn of a new adventure!  Thank you for following our crazy lives and praying for us as we continue to serve the Lord.