"Life is lived forward, but understood backward. It is not until we are down the road and we stand on the mountain looking back through the valley that we can appreciate the terrain God has allowed us to scale.” Jill Savage

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

SEPTEMBER 30 SEPTEMBER IN REVIEW

 







The apple orchards in early September!

Mercier's Vineyards 


They were indeed beautiful.

    

                                                                  


 Like I said the Vineyards were beautiful, but not as beautiful as this:


(My grandson's rule is no front of face pictures allowed.  I have to follow his wishes, even though I think that Blogger would be safe.)

She agrees with me!  

Take my word - she's beautiful.

God is so wonderful to our family.

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32 comments:

Catherine said...

Last weekend we had apple festivals in Normandy. I am sure she must be beautiful 😍!

Victor S E Moubarak said...

Praise the Lord always and thank Him for He is good.

God bless you and your family, Sandie.

MadSnapper n Beau said...

what a cute way to hid the face. we can tell she is a doll baby.. I saved the first quote graphic, might copy some of it. it is so true so true

Sparky said...

Yep, she's a doll. Love the little print on her jammies. Blessings. 🍂

Mari said...

Yes, you had a wonderful September! That sweet baby is indeed the best part of September. :)

I'm mostly known as 'MA' said...

Looks likes you had an amazing September! What a sweet grand baby!

Debbie Nolan said...

Of course there is nothing more beautiful than a new baby and they are especially gorgeous when they belong to Great Grandma. Hope you are having a wonderful day sweet friend. Hugs!

🍁 Debby said...

Beautiful new life!

I agree with your son and he’s a good daddy! As long as your blog settings block search engines. If you put in your blog address and it shows up, then you’re blog is open for all to see. If not, then anyone can access her photo. Plus all the bots that have access to our blogs - I did a post a year or so ago about the dangers of posting under age photos of children and grandchildren. It was chilling but I still keep seeing them.

Red Rose Alley said...

I know she's a doll underneath all those hearts and onesie. Yes, we have to follow the parents' wishes. I'm real cautious about the pics I use. If anything doesn't look right, I crop it out, and I never reveal where me or my family lives. That's always been a rule of mine even the first day of blogging. You are a praying grandma, so keep praying. It's something very important for us grandmas to do. The apple vineyards are beautiful. I'm glad Shaye and Andy are doing so well after the baby was born. : ) I love those last words, "some things have to be believed." You'll have to show me how to do that sometime.

~Sheri

Martha Jane Orlando said...

We all know she's a beauty, Sandie! She is the delight of your lives, too. Blessings!

Mevely317 said...

That's so clever how you caught that photograph with her little arm in front of her face. Like a celebrity trying to avoid the paparazzi!

Shug said...

I would love to visit an Apple orchard. Although Sam grows thousands of apple trees, we never see them when they are old enough to produce. This is really not apple growing country. What a beautiful Blessing she is. I am excited for all of you... I know you are giving your fair share of hugs and sweet kisses..

Linda's Relaxing Lair said...

Absolutely precious, dear Sandie! Blessings to you!

photowannabe said...

So absolutely wonderful. New Life !!!
Yes this has been the best September for you Great Grandma...
Sue

Kay G. said...

Oh I bet she is the apple of your eye! 🍎 Little doll. xx

Ginny Hartzler said...

I love your first picture and quote. Too bad about the little sweetness, seems your blog would be alright. Though I do understand other social media.

acorn hollow said...

very pretty.
Cathy

jack69 said...

oh Yes, We have no doubt that child is a beauty... Love the pictures, good idea to follow the wishes of others on subjects they feel strongly about, The best route.. WE head South in the morrow, after a great stay here in the Penn state.
Love you lady.... Enjoyed ALL the pictures...

Terri D said...

No photos of my great-nephew either. I have photos but can't post them here or on FB. Oh well. I know she is beautiful!! That's a September that is hard to beat!! xo

Ann said...

Even hiding behind that little hand that's a beautiful baby

Bohemian said...

That Grandbaby is indeed precious, even hiding behind the Hand. *Smiles*

Prims By The Water said...

You had a very special September and she is a cutie! Janice

MELODY JACOB said...

The photos of the apple orchards and vineyards are stunning, they really capture the richness of the season. It’s a beautiful reminder of how the simple blessings of family and nature can make a month truly memorable.

Great-Granny Grandma said...

One of my granddaughters has the same rule.
You did nevertheless manage to capture the cuteness in that very creative shot.

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Jo-Anne's Ramblings said...

September looks like it was a good month for you, hope October is the same

Lux G. said...

Aw. What a beautiful baby (even though he covered his face). My sister also gave birth last month. Such cuties these babies are.

Lowcarb team member said...

You had a good September and may October be a good month too.
Such a sweet picture of your lovely grand baby, so good how her face is covered :)

Blessings.

All the best Jan

handmade by amalia said...

I love the mystery of the baby's photo, I'm sure that there is beauty and cuteness behind.
Amalia
xo

Debby@Just Breathe said...

So did you all go out for a ride? We saw some beautiful mountains on our way to Montana.

MELODY JACOB said...

What a lovely review of September. The photos of Mercier's Vineyards and the apple orchards really capture the essence of early autumn. It looks like a beautiful place to spend a day.

That picture of your granddaughter is so sweet. Even without seeing her face, you can feel the joy and connection there, and I respect you following her rule. I can certainly take your word that she is beautiful. It is clear your family shares many wonderful moments.