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#1- This stuff:

Fluffy cotton tufts, dotting rows of spindly sticks, can be seen by the field-full all over Alabama each Fall. And to make matters even more marvelous-looking, runaway puffs gather up into pillowy clumps in the ditches, so taking the scenic route is an absolute must around here.

We flew past that field last week only to make a u-turn and end up right back in front of it…captivated.

#2- This color:

I’m officially smitten with this little tree behind our house…

It’s leaves were green a few weeks ago, but now, all of a sudden- POOF! It’s on fire.

#3- This guy:

He is my sweet home Alabama…

…and he’s so much fun to snuggle with this time of year.

We’re heading up to Birmingham together on Sunday afternoon, and we’ll board our first of two planes to Peru on Monday morning.

I plan to hold his hand the whole way there.

That’s one of my favorite things to do no matter what time of year it is.

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  2. Donna Lohr

    Those are such cute pictures of the two of you together! Peru is going to be AWEsome! I will be reading along and praying for you. What a full fall you have had!

  4. danika

    Okay everyone, all together now: “AWWWWW!” 🙂

    Wishing you safe journeys, you darling couple, you!

  5. Rebekah

    One day I want to see such a field of white. Where I live it is all corn and soybeans, mostly. Yay Minnesota. 🙂 And I can’t wait to follow you on your journey to Peru. God works wonders and I know your experience will be the best! P.S. Your bracelets are awesome!

  6. Lorraine

    Those are the ca-ute-est pictures ever!!!! Love the suitcase with Peru on it!!! Can’t wait to hear all about your adventures to and in Peru!!!!!!!!

  7. Joy Jenkins

    Hi Layla, I love how you share it all on your blog and I wanted to share a special blog with you guys. The pastor of Newspring Church (My Church) here in South Carolina, authors an amazing blog PerryNoble.com. He has a passion for Leadership and helps people learn and grow to Lead. He has a gift to share the message of Jesus Boldly! I just thought you would enjoy his encouragement. I pray for your safety as you travel to Peru.
    Have a beautiful day!
    Joy

  9. Melinda

    I live in North Alabama and have been admiring those white fields too! Great shots of you two. Ya’ll are so dar n cute! (The word looked scary when typed all together). Be safe on your trip and have a wondrous adventure together!

  11. Wendi

    Wow…you guys are awesome! Thanks so much for showing the rest of the world how great of a place Alabama is. Have a safe and fun trip!

  12. Kara @me_and_elna

    I chaperoned two mission trips to Peru in 2002 and 2004 and the experiences COMPLETELY changed my life! The second trip we lived in a homeless shelter with young boys (we were there with Scripture Union) and the love and happiness and gratitude that those young boys had, when many of them had come from such terrible lives including their families prostituting them, humbled me and continues to impact me every day of my life. Prayers to you two while you’re there and that you’re changed and humbled by this experience so that God’s glory may shine through you!

  13. melaniek

    fantastic pictures and wishing you a most fulfilling and safe trip full of unexpected blessings 🙂

  16. Pam M

    You guys are adorable!! Have a safe trip and a great adventure. We will be thinking of you. ((Hugs!))

  21. JT

    Seriously…when you said, “the little tree behind our house,,,” my heart welled up with happiness for you two…combine that with the life changing trip you are about to embark on…priceless!
    Never one to comment…I just had to tell you how you touch my heart…thanks and best of luck!

  23. Mindy

    Gorgeous pictures and especially of the two of you. What a sweet couple you are! Continued prayers as you step out…

  25. Lindsey

    I’m going to be praying for you both! Have a wonderful time! I love the pictures, what an adorable couple you make.

  27. rhoda

    I live in North Alabama and love the cotton feilds too!!The pics of ya’ll are too cute!!I have a love for old maps,globes and suitcases.Blessings to you as you help change the world.

  28. Lisa W.

    I gotta say you totally JUST made my day. Those pics are priceless, you two are a inspiration. Safe travels, and God Bless!!! Thanks aagain for making my day:)

  30. Kaytie @ GardenKitchenHome

    I love that you’re headed to Peru. My hubby and I went there for our honeymoon, and we were smitten by the place. The glaciers, mountains, rain forests and rivers are some of the most incredible in the world (and some of the most famous), and its cities can be very cosmopolitan (if you’re in the right places). So it can be shocking that a place with so much natural wealth can be so poor. Thanks for doing some good on behalf of a nation so near and dear to my heart. Make sure you take a day and see the majesty of the place too. It’s unlike anywhere else in the world.

  33. Terri

    OMG… Gorgeous pics of you two!!!! May God bless richest blessigs be yours on your trip!!! ( and what a blessing you two are going to be for those you meet!!) Terri ( so enjoy following your blog)

  35. Sunny Beamish

    You two are so cute…I am not on my computer every day but when I see “The Lettered Cottage” as a new e=mail..I treat myself..and read it over the others..and it is a treat!
    Wishing you a great trip..( I know it takes courage) but He will carry you in His Hands..just like I always ask when my son flies to South Africa, Turkey (eek) anywhere..He uses his tech skills in a missions oriented area..film and editing is his passion..
    Can;t wait to read your blog..it is only when you allow yourself to fly will you discover the joy of riding like on eagles wings..
    Blessings..p.s love the creative word on the suitcase..and the globe..so cute
    Sunny

  37. debbie r

    Yall are so adorable. You don’t get to see tree’s like that here in Florida. Orange is my favorite color. Beautiful.

  39. libbywilko

    Such a cute post, wishing you safe journeys and have an amazing time in Peru!

  41. [email protected]

    Beautiful pictures, but the photographer had a lot to work with :). Blessings to you both on this wonderful journey you are about to undertake. You’re loving souls and you will get all you wish for. I just know it.

  44. Gina

    You two are such a great example of what marriage should be!! 🙂 I love that your sweet relationship comes through on your blog!! Prayers for your trip! Looking forward to reading!! 🙂

  47. Julie B. [Holland]

    Kevin and Layla , have a safe trip. Looking forward to your posts and pics.!

  48. Heather S.

    Y’all are so sweet…prayers for you while in Peru…have fun with Lysa T. Read her book Unglued while on the way…I am sure you will love it!!

    • Layla

      Thank you, Heather! Lysa isn’t going to be able to make the trip with us- but I will definitely be checking out that book of hers! 🙂

  50. Danielle

    Lovely post and lovely pictures. I’ve never seen cotton fields in person and they are beautiful. Good luck on the journey – you both are going to be helping so many. Looking forward to reading all your posts from Peru. x

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