Life in the Bristolwood

 I hate to admit it, but in all of the busyness that seems to have overtaken our lives this year,  both Mark and I nearly forgot to take one trip!  This trip is rather important to Mark, as he has been faithful to make sure there is always some form of decoration on his dad’s grave. 

Before visiting the grave, we make a stop at the beautiful store across the street from Forest Haven.  This farm market sells wreathes and Chrsitmas trees and decor.  We generally have made this trip far sooner than this and  are able to pick out little decorations for the wreath.  I remember the first Christmas season after Mark’s father passed away, we were all near tears as we watched the young girl putting together a wreath for the grave.  Because we came so late this year,  we had to choose a ready-made wreath.

The store has an active beehive inside a glass display complete with tubes running to the outside in which the bees can travel.  It was incredible seeing the bees in the hive….

My favorite place in this store is on one end….

I think this building is the largest log building I have ever seen and the fireplace is mammoth!

I turned off the flash and I love this warm and cozy photo!!!

The following was probably my favorite photo of the day. I love the lighting and color! (oh, and snow!)