A few weeks ago, we had a downer of a week. We were all grouchy and the Spirit was not as present in our home. By Friday, we needed a night out. Brandon had planned a leaf-peeping date for us, but since we couldn’t find a babysitter, we let the kids come along. It turned out to be a really good night for all of us.

The Alpine Loop is gorgeous in the Fall! We stopped at the very top to stretch our legs and play around. We got lost on the way back, but ended up driving some back country that we had never seen before. I’m so grateful for God’s beautiful creations. The older I get, the more I realize how nature can be healing for the soul.