Celebrating Autumn!

November the 10 marked the date of the Autumn 'barn dance' we held here at Parish Acres. Thanks to sewing machines, white lights, delicious treats, beautiful music, and most of all, loving friends, the evening was a wonderful success! Many of the young ladies arrived in 1860's attire, and despite the obvious difficulties this introduced to dancing, made the evening very memorable. :-)
A highlight of the evening was meeting the new Werzinksi children for the first time! They are precious little ones, and it was wonderful to welcome them into our hearts and lives. God bless you Werzinski's.
Another highlight was the arrival of an extremely talented bluegrass guitarist. Max had invited Yoseff and a few of his friends to come and join us, and they arrived later on in the evening. After the last dances, he got out his guitar on request and carried the night away with fancy pickin' and singing. We all joined in and sang some of the old, beloved hymns; finishing off the evening feeling united in fellowship around Christ.

Thanks to all friends and family who came and helped to make this evening so enjoyable. :-)

The final touches



I love you Max-n-Jenny!
Precious Jaelynn kept us all in delight with her charm. :-)

"Smile for the camera!" Dad and Mr. Holly

Kayla Werzinski, Raylene W. Sally, Nichol W., and Maci Davis, enjoying hoop-skirted elegance for the evening.



Gathered around for some jolly singing and toe-tappin'.

Max and Yoseff


Dancing the 'circle dance'

The Duke of Kent's Waltz


This handsome gentleman is becoming quite proficient at calling the dances. Thank-you Dad!


No dance is complete without the Virginia Reel


What a blessing it was to have all my men there!

Twirling and spinning

Kaylee and Jenny dramatically demonstrating a new dance for us.


Mr. Davis and Mr. Parish enjoying some hearty fellowship


Hello Bro's!
A few of the Werzinski Clan

Figuring it all out
Hoop skirts made dancing a delicious challenge

Catching a few couple's mid dance

Max and Jenny, soon to be married in less than 50 days!

Graceful Kaylee

Nicole Werzinski and her new baby sister, Audra! Isn't she precious?

Dancing the night away



Maci Davis and her Mother in their beautiful gowns and gloves.

Curls and flowers accented the beauty of the old-fashioned gowns.