Originally, we wanted to have an ezine; a place for funny articles, info, etc, but due to all our time committments right now, we're changing it up a bit! We've decided instead to open our homes to you all and share our lives, friends, pets, what we're up to (or rather into!), and whatever else we toss in the mix. We'll keep some of the orginal entries that we started with, and just keep adding as we go, kind of like a journal of sorts I suppose.

Welcome Fall!

Down on the Farm in Tennessee

Tennessee is so beautiful. If you've never been there before, you will be amazed at the pastoral beauty; rolling hills, lush landscapes, lots of horses (my personal favorite!), and of course home to Jack Daniels, in Lynchburg, TN., but more of that later. First, here are some farm pics of Ellen's gorgeous "Bag Acres", just northwest of Nashville.

Barn, Pumpkin Patch & Sunflowers

Back to Jack Daniels....

Did you know that the Jack Daniels Distillery is the oldest registered distillery in the USA? And it's the ONLY place in the entire world that makes Jack Daniels whiskey! Yup, that's right! So if you're in Japan enjoying a shot or 10, you will know that it came from none other than Lynchburg, Tennessee!

Being that Ellen and I have a long history with Jack, we thought it only appropriate that she pays a visit, I mean she does live in Tennessee afterall. Here's Ellen posing with the immortal statue of our ol' pal Jack.

My True Love

This is the love of my life; my beautiful Arabian horse, Simba. He's now 13. I can't believe how quick the time flies. I bought him about 6 years ago now, and it was love at first sight. For you Arabian lovers out there: Sired by WA Mashallah out of Aulrab. His grandsire was Aulrab x Aura Magic. In his pedigree is Aurab, Alarieha, Lewisfield Magic, Aulani, etc.. on the top, and double Fadjur on the bottom, as well as Abu Farwa. A great lineage of champions! People say a lot of negative things about Arabians; how crazy, psycho, spooky, they are. Any horse can be! Everyone forgets they truly are wild animals, and it's only due to their kind spirit and trust in humans, that they even allow you on their backs. We should be grateful for the privilege. Oh sorry...back to my beauty. He whinnies when I come to the barn, comes running across 10 acres when he sees me approach the pasture. He's steady and trustworthy, and is my partner on the trail. When he looks at you, you'd swear he could read your mind. He's a very special creature indeed. I love him...sigh.

And Then There's Toby

By far, Toby is the sweetest dog I've ever owned, but he's also the NEEDIEST dog I've ever owned! And how can you resist that face when he looks at you just begging for love, pets, hugs, kisses, or any kind of attention? He's a 100 lb. lap dog, or wannabe lap dog. Not!

Have You Read This Book?

This isn't a new book, but it's a great book! Actually part of a trilogy by Nora Roberts. The Three Sisters trilogy. If you haven't read them, it's a must read for our dear sisters!

It's the story about a wayward abused woman who never really felt the sense of home until she took a ferry to an island off the coast of New England, partly to get away from her creepy husband who presumed she was dead. There she meets up with 2 other very "special" ladies, and discovers...well, I can't tell you now can I? That'd be giving it away! If you haven't read them, take it from the Bags - it's a must-read-can't-put-down type of book. Dance Upon The Air is the first in the series. Get it!!!

The Gourd Patch Festival, Mayfield, Kentucky

Aren't these amazing? I've seen them painted so amazingly by a variety of Halloween artists, and always wanted to try it myself. Apparently you have to let them dry out on the vine until they are "craft worthy." For a very Fall display, I like to display them in my window boxes, along with small terracotta pots filled with birdseed, indian corn, dried maple leaves, and small pumpkins.

Fall Scenery in Washington State

Fall in Washington is one of my favorite times of year. The sky is blue with big puffy clouds, there's a snap to the air, the leaves all turn gold and orange, and Halloween draws ever closer!! I've even started to decorate my front porch a bit with some Fall decor.