Avalon

On November 14, I had the opportunity to see Avalon.  They are a Christian music group and I love them.  They were doing a concert at a local church in Milton.  They sang a lot of classics and some of their new stuff from a brand new album.  If you have never heard of them check them out.  You will not be disappointed.

Seeing Atlanta in One Day

So, because we didn't leave home until CRAZY late on Saturday and with the race on Sunday, we were left with Monday to see Atlanta and drive home.  We saw Stone Mountain and the Georgia Aquarium (thanks Kathleen...great suggestion).  Stone Mountain is the "world's largest piece of exposed granite" and it does not disappoint.  We road the summit skyride to the top and could see so many lovely fall colors and a great view of Atlanta.  If you have a weekend, it is a must do.  (There is even a Marriott in the park for those of you not camping inclinde.)  After that, we headed to the Aquarium.  It is in an awesome location...next to the "World of Coca-cola" museum/tour and across from Cenntenial Park...of 1996 Olympics fame.  The aquarium is not cheap, but it is worth the price.  The size their fish tank is almost three football fields!  We had a great time.  We stopped for dinner at a little italian place and it was fantastic!  We finally made it home at 11.

A view of the side from the parking lot

A close view of the carving into Stone Mountain...Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, and Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson

This is the classic (and old) covered bridge at the Stone Mountain Park

Taris getting ready to go into the aquarium

Taris touching a sting ray at the touch tank

The otters scratching thier itches...just like Kacey

Taris standing behind the sample of how thick the glass is at the aquarium that seperates us from the fish!

Nascar

Taris and I decided that we needed to get out of town for a little while, so we hit the open road for Atlanta and Talladega.  On Sunday, we headed to Talladega for my second attempt at a Nascar race.  We had a great time at the race and it ended with a bang.  I was able to take a few photos.  I hope that you enjoy!

During a break at the race

The planes flying over head at the start

The start of the race

Taris' driver

Part of the final wreck

Jamie McMurray won, but Taris' guy came in 6th...you can't see the car because of the crazy burn out.

Happy Halloween

The squadron halloween party theme this year was...80's.  Super excited...crazy costumes.  The Ehlenberger's throw a mean party and everyone had an awesome time.  Unfortunately, I did not take a ton of pictures.  So just a few will have to do.

Taris and I...our only picture

Mitch and Natalie

Christine Graham

Driving with Taris

Taris spent the month of September in New Jersey on a TDY for an assignment coming up next year.  He learned a new language, culture, driving, and shooting.  He had a great time, but loved the driving and shooting part..of course.  He didn't take any pictures, but he did take some video of his driving lessons.  (I watched Army Wives and one of the soldiers had a mini video camera for her and one for her husband so that they could send video messages to each other.  I bought Taris one and made him take it with him to test out.  Above is the result.)

Corn Maze

I have always wanted to do a corn maze...it just screams fall.  Well, a local farm has opened up with a five acre corn maze with other activities...corn cannon, hay ride, cow train, etc.  The farm is Sweet Season Farms and they are located on the outskirts of Milton so if you live in the area...I totally recommend.  Taris and I had a great time.  It was very worth it, although we both agreed that it would be so much more fun with kids.

Taris about half way through the maze

Me...in the corn

The Maze Design

Taris is Home

Taris has survived his month of fun in New Jersey at Fort Dix and got home on Friday.  He had a great time and took lots of awesome video.  Look for it soon.  I am working on loading it onto the computer now.  Stay tuned...