Ice Fishing Is Also-Known-As Hard Water Fishing

Tuesday, February 2, 2010 by Wesley Duke Sapp
We were at the lake this weekend and there were several groups out Hard Water Fishing.  This is the first year I've ever heard of this term but it seems to be equally as popular as ice-fishing (BTW I know they're the same thing.)

If you like ice fishing then we have a Winter Cabin Rental where you can stay.  I don't know if Lake Webster Fishing is as good in the winter as it is at other times of the year but I know there are people doing it!  We saw snowmobiles, orv's, ice-fishing shacks and personal portable heater boxes in several places around Epworth Forest and other Lakefront Cabin Rentals.  They were out on the ice all day Saturday and all day Sunday.

Our Take It Easy Lake Cabin Indiana is available now for hard-water fishermen, ice-fishermen or winter outdoor activities of any sort.

Duke

Indiana Highway 13...The Road To Small Town Treasures

Saturday, January 30, 2010 by Roxanne Turner
One of the joys of going to our Vacation Rentals Indiana Cabin can be found in the shopping stops we make along the way to the many stores we have discovered.  Of course, there are many ways to get to our North Webster Lake Cabin Rental and it will depend on what direction you are coming from.  One of our preferences is to travel Highway 13 North from Fishers, IN.  It takes you through Elwood, Wabash, North Manchester, Pierceton and then North Webster, IN and then on into Epworth Forest.   When you travel this path you not only get a taste of the small town Indiana flavor but find wonderful hidden treasures in each store. 

There are many shops that I could blog about but I wanted to make mention of a few of the favorites that come to mind. Kitchens Plus is located in Wabash, IN  and is a must visit. Do not let the name fool you as, yes they specialize in kitchens, but when they say PLUS... they mean it.  They have so much more!  This store is over flowing with a variety of unique items with emphasis on primitive home decor.  The owners and staff are extremely friendly and talented.  The store has an interior designer's touch and is creatively decorated with awesome displays. If you own a cabin or love primitive this is a great place to shop. 
 
In North Manchester, IN.. you will find a very quaint and friendly downtown.  You don't want to miss stopping in Nordman's Nook for gifts and the best homemade cookies, pies and cakes. Travel down a little further into town and you will find Home Again gift shop.  This is a favorite store for shoppers in the area.  Home Again offers an array of items from gifts, jewelry, home decor and children's toys.  The Owner greets each guest with individualized attention and has a good variety of quality products.
 
Once you enter Pierceton, IN you will find a wonderful antique shop called Sydow's Antiques.  The Owner is extremely knowledgeable about antiques and has very rare collectibles in his shop.
 
Upon entering our final destination, North Webster, IN you will find an array of shops in the heart of downtown. We are partial to this community and it's store's so it's hard to say that one shop is better than the other. 
  
We highly recommend North Webster's Ace Hardware Store and it's emphasis on seasonal items.  The Third Generation Antique Store is packed with antiques/collectibles and hidden treasures. The store owners are very friendly and the pricing is great.  Olson's Furniture Store is the perfect place to find inside cabin or lake cottage furnishings along with outdoor furniture and decor.  The Golden Mermaid is a must see for visitors or cabin renters as they have all sorts of lake memorabilia to buy for souvenirs. 
So if you are ever in this area or on your way to our "Take It Easy Cabin"... enjoy and savor your trip by stopping in one of these merchant's locations. 

Our Vacation Home Indiana Cabin is located just 2 1/2 hours from northern Indianapolis.  This Indiana Log Cabin views Lake Webster and the lake is known for Muskie Fishing.   Reserve a date today to enjoy the adventure of travels and shopping to our Lakefront Cabin Rental. 
 
 
 

We Love the Colts!

Friday, January 29, 2010 by Wesley Duke Sapp
OK, set, hut-hut, blue, go blue...

My best Peyton Manning impression.  Don't worry about it!  But, if you need some RnR after the exciting Colts Superbowl Victory come to Epworth Forest and kick back at the Take It Easy Cabin.

Or, if you're sad because the New Orleans Saints got whupped, come lick your wounds among some real saints, the folks in and around Fishing Lakes Indiana.

Indiana Lake Cabins are the perfect place just to get away for any reason.  You can Rent Cabin Indiana even if you're a Bears, Bengals, Browns or Packers fan.

Go Colts!

Duke

Make Your Valentine Happy With A Indiana Log Cabin Getaway.

Friday, January 29, 2010 by Roxanne Turner
Stuck in a rut about what to do this Valentine's Day? Don't want to do the same song and dance of candy and flowers? Then why not book a Winter Cabin rental and enjoy a Indiana weekend getaway at our northern Vacation Rentals Indiana log cabin.
 
There's nothing like a cozy romantic log cabin where you can enjoy alone time with the company of your sweetheart.  We have two crackling fireplaces in our two story log cabin that has great panoramic views of Lake Webster.  It's completely furnished (except for personal linen) so all you have to do is pack a light bag and you're on your way.
 
What better way of saying "I love you" then treating yourself and lover to a log cabin retreat. Unlike gifts of flowers, which die and candy, which is eaten, a creative gift of a rental cabin weekend is one gift that will leave behind lasting memories to be cherished for years.

 

Haiti...

Monday, January 25, 2010 by Roxanne Turner
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Attached is a montage I did as a follow up in regards to my most recent blog about Haiti.   
Wesley and I have been blogging a lot lately about Haiti as we continue to look for of ways to help.
 
Wesley's parents, are the original founders of our winter cabin rental in North Webster, IN  Years ago they once served as missionaries in Haiti.  This tragedy has been so difficult to make human sense out of but I know one thing for sure and that is the people of Haiti are teaching us many lessons!  Prior to the earthquake many of us were lost in what we call our down turned economy.  We focused on our lack.  Perhaps one doesn't understand the true meaning of lack until you witness what we have been shown through the media about the earthquake and following Haiti days occurrences and their fight to just survive.  This tragedy was broadened our sensitivity to compassion and is enlightening the world to the resiliency of the human spirit. 
 
Please continue to pray and give what you can to Haiti.  Also, don't forget that 25% of any Vacation Home Indiana Rental taken in February will go towards Haiti.

Rent a Log Cabin and help contribute towards Haiti

Thursday, January 21, 2010 by Roxanne Turner
 
 
The recent news of the Haiti disaster has really touched my heart and Wesley's.  The tragedy of what has occurred has caused so much destruction, death and suffering.  I like millions of others have felt helpless at times as to how I can help. I look out our Vacation Home Indiana Winter Cabin Rental that views Lake Webster and feel the tranquility and peace, yet I know miles and miles away there is suffering beyond belief.  Humans without shelter, water and food.  I cheer for my beloved Indiana Colt's team and yet my heart cannot forget that others are suffering and something more needs to be done. 
 
My Nephew by marriage, Joel Perkins, has his pilots license. Flying has been his passion for years.  They reside in Atlanta, GA and he was asked to fly one of Ted Turner's planes to deliver supplies and water to the citizens of Haiti. Ted Turner has donated 1 Million Dollars towards Haiti relief.  Joel was asked to perform this duty on the day he was celebrating two of his children's birthdays.  He accepted and flew out that day. 
 
This assignment has changed his life forever but he also wanted to do his part to contribute.  He was so touched by what he saw especially when it came to the children.   He flies back and forth each day from Florida to Haiti.  He felt the calling to do more so he almost bought out the entire Wal Mart in Florida with medical supply needs, toys, and candy to bring to Haiti   He is spending his own money to do this.  Today, Haiti not only received the supplies that Ted Turner has sponsored but so much more including 1,200 blow pops and toys for the children.  These innocent children and orphaned children must be so lost and confused in all the chaos the earthquake has caused.  My Niece, Michelle is now receiving all sorts of donations from family, friends and even a few strangers. 
 
In addition to this, Joel was able to meet a family from California trying to adopt and save a 7 year old orphan from Haiti.  He was able to transport them out of there and fly them to Florida. 
 
So besides our personal Haiti donations we will donate 25% of any cabin rental that occurs in February towards "Haiti Smiles" 

Now you can enjoy a great winter cabin rental with lakefront views and help make a difference in Haiti. 

We hope everyone will continue to hold Haiti in their prayers.

Haiti, Then and Now

Wednesday, January 20, 2010 by Wesley Duke Sapp

When I was young my Dad and Mom took me to Haiti.  I learned that this is a beautiful land and these are beautiful people like you and me.  But you could stand in one spot and look in one direction and see beautiful palm trees, beaches, boats and oceans then turn your had a there was poverty, human waste in the streets, shantytowns and ugliness. 

This country was a beautiful land back then with fishing just like ours.  Granted it was different than Muskie Fishing Indiana, Bass Fishing Indiana, Crappie Fishing Indiana, Vacation Rentals Indiana but they love things like fishing, boats, water and goodness just like you and I do.  They love their babies, their families their friends and even their shacks too.

Now Haiti's been hurt by the terrible tragedy of the earthquake.  Now the ugliness has spread and brought with it more pain and suffering.  They were finding happiness where they could then like you and me but now what little they had has been rocked.  Right now these people need our help, not later, now!

If you know Epworth Forest, if you understand fishing, if you love your family, friends and acquaintances, then your spirit knows it's time to help them now.  If you don't know the spirit of Take It Easy Cabin and our area, but you know compassion, then you know what I'm writing about.

Anyone who comes to our Cabin for spiritual healing, or fishing or whatever, we'll give what we can in your honor to Haiti relief.  We'll donate 25% of whatever we get from rentals to Haiti from now 'til the end of FEB 2009.  If you want a receipt, we'll give you one.  We're doing the best we can and hope you are too.  "Lighten up while you still can...take it easy."

Sincerely,

Duke & Roxanne, 317-625-2782

PS We are so blessed, and if you're reading this so are you, we have been touched and are trying to help, so let's take the time make a difference for those in so much pain. WDS

Spring is Just Around The Corner (But Come To Take It Easy Cabin Anyway!)

Monday, January 18, 2010 by Wesley Duke Sapp
It's been winter lately, did you notice?  People frequently tell me how cold it's been or how they wish it would be warmer, well, guess what...it's Indiana in January!  It's supposed to be cold.

But, come visit the cabin anyway,  there's a furnace to keep you toasty, 2 fireplaces to make you cozy, a log cabin atmosphere for nostalgia and plenty of activities to keep you occupied.  Lake Webster Fishing is good on hardwater just like it is in the summer.  Fishing Lakes Indiana are good all year 'round.  And the shopping at antique malls never stops.

There's no better spiritual retreat than Epworth Forest!  The spirits of the saints, saints like you and me and our ancestors, are everywhere and the scenery is beautiful.  Roxanne and I looked out the window and saw 7 (seven) deer walk across the lake form the bird sanctuary to our yard and it was wonderful.  We've all written our names in the snow, made snow angels, some ice skating and I've even eaten snow ice cream, have you?

A Winter Cabin Rental would be perfect for you.  Lake Cottage Rentals Indiana, Vacation Rentals Indiana, Indiana Weekend Getaway and Vacation Rentals Indiana are something we do for you and our family and friends because they're valuable to the soul and to the collective peace of mind.  Spring really is just around the corner but like the song says: "lighten up while you still can...take it easy."

Welcome Animal Lovers: Indiana Lodging That Is Pet Friendly

Friday, January 1, 2010 by Jess Wehner

We visited our Indiana Pet Friendly Cabins the other weekend and had a great time with our little baby - Ruthie.  Here she is sitting by the fire place, warming up from a cold walk outside.
 

Pet Friendly Cabin


If you are like our family, the biggest problem with trying to get away for a weekend is what to do with the dog.  Well, at the Take It Easy Cabin, that's one thing you don't have to worry about!  Feel free to bring your dog, cat, hamster, gerbil... whatever type of animal you hold dear.  Your family is sure to enjoy spending a weekend away without having to stress about finding a pet sitter or wondering what how the kennel is treating your four-legged friend.

If you're interested in getting away this winter - book your Winter Cabin Rental soon, we're offering discounted rates for all January and February weekends.


 

Happy New Year From Our Lakefront Cabin Rentals

Wednesday, December 30, 2009 by Roxanne Turner

This Christmas we had renters at our Winter Cabin Rental.  We hope they enjoyed the log cabin holiday trimmings and woodland environment inside and out Epworth Forest.  I am sure waking up to the Lake Webster view and snow just added to their Christmas joy! 
 
We loved sharing time with local family and friends at our personal home but had a ache in our heart when our North Webster, Indiana cabin friends/ neighbor sent us this pic of our northern Indiana Rental Weekend getaway on Christmas Day. They had snow on Christmas! 
 
We plan to finish up our 2009 year and celebrate the New Year's Holiday at our cozy Log Cabin.  It will be the perfect setting to ring out the old and bring in the new year.  
 
Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas from our Indiana Log Cabin

Tuesday, December 22, 2009 by Roxanne Turner
"Isn't it funny that at Christmas something in you gets so lonely for - I don't know what exactly, but it's something that you don't mind so much not having at other times" ~Kate L. Bosher
 
I recently saw this posted quote on a friends face book page and it struck a chord.  I could so relate and know that others can too.  Perhaps the older you get the more meaning this quote might mean.  Christmas has a way of taking you back in time, thought and feelings.  It brings forth all your past Christmas memories especially those perceived through the innocence of your childhood eye's or the fondest times of all in your past Christmas experiences and memories.  What can truly compete with a memory if you decide it was the best ever?  I believe ones life can be very fulfilled and feel no remiss during the year yet who amongst us at some time doesn't have a longing for a simpler life of being a child or  what they recalled that really brought them love, peace and joy?  There are very few people that live with the spirit of Christmas in their hearts 364 days a year... yet when we hear a Christmas carol being sung, or watch a Christmas movie we yearn and focus on those scared moments in our life with loved ones that really matter. 
 
Christmas can be very magical as our hearts shift to miracles, faith and gifts of all kinds. During the holiday season we pause to honor things of true meaning including our past and often this call of loneliness we hear is just a ghost whisper from the past.   Christmas transforms our thinking to giving and honoring love.  As years past things change, families do grow up, families can move apart, relationships may fail and break apart, we lose loved ones to passing, perhaps don't stay connected as we want to with dear friends, we grow older and shift our likes and dislikes, and we live daily with grown up responsibilities. Life is ever constantly changing and yet time can have it's way of standing still in our mind during the holiday season. Christmas takes us back to our beginnings. A special day where we can't help but feel the "Spirit of Christmas" and the importance of love, loved ones, and the childhood that formed us.  We realize we can't go back, and take stock of who and what we are today in gratitude for all those experiences that bring us to yet another Christmas Day. 
 
Yes, many of us will feel a nagging ache and longing for that which was was and for those things, people, places and memories we rarely recall throughout the year.  I think it is part of the tapestry of life and perhaps Christmas makes us more conscious  in honoring the past and then reflecting on our current blessings that have been bestowed upon us in our life journey. 

May your Christmas Season be full of love, wonderful family memories.. and finding time to always ...Take It Easy in life 

Merry Christmas!
 
PS:  Our Lakefront Cabin Rentals located in the Epworth Forest area in North Webster, Indiana has been creating family memories and Christmas traditions since the mid 1950's. 
This Winter Cabin Rental has such a long history of family memories throughout  the year.  Our Northern Indiana Cabin Rentals was built out of love by Rev. LG Sapp & Emily Sapp. We hope you will reserve some time in 2010 to spend time at our log cabin and make family memories that will last forever.
 
 

In Loving Remembrance of Dad

Sunday, December 20, 2009 by Roxanne Turner


Unfortunately, My Dad never visited our Muskie Fishing Indiana Cabin located in North Webster, Indiana. He passed prior to Wesley and I ever meeting.  Yet, we both know that this would have been one of his favorite Indiana Log Cabin Getaways.  Dad loved to golf, boat and fish.  He would have loved everything about this cabin including the fact that Lake Webster is known for great Muskie fishing and a golf course that is less than 10 minutes away.  He loved the outdoors, cooking out, family gatherings, early morning dawns on the lake, crappie fishing and keeping life simple.
 
We have two boats that we use at our cabin. One is a newer speed boat and the other is a very old pontoon boat that has a definite "Beverly Hillbilly" look to it!  Years ago, We christened it with a new name after my dad.  He was nicked named "Punk" as a child but was far from that as an adult.  He was 6'2 and a big man.  A real man's man.  In his honor in a fun way.. we renamed the boat "Punk's Party Barge"  He would of cared less about how the boat looked but just that it functioned!  Maybe a lesson I am still learning:)  We have had most all of my family members to our cabin except for a few who live in distant states.  They have all agreed and commented on how Dad and (Grandpa) would have loved it here.  He would have felt like he had a slice of paradise. 
 
Dad passed away in December of 1994 and even though he never experienced the love of this cabin his spirit is felt here and many of his future generations feel a love and remembrance of him when they gather here.  This is a place that he would have loved!
 
The Christmas Holiday brings up many memories from the past to the current.  We keep his memory alive in many ways including a framed pic of him at our cabin with a big catch! 

One of my regrets is that he did not get to share this cabin life experience with me and our family. Yet we will continue to keep his memory alive. 

Here is a montage of a "In Remembrance of my Dad"

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The Spirit of Christmas

Thursday, December 17, 2009 by Roxanne Turner

 
We have spent the last two weekends sharing in the holiday spirit with family members at our Vacation Rentals Indiana cabin. 
 
 
This past weekend we had our niece Molly, husband and their 3 children join us.  I must say there is an extra magic at the cabin when little ones come to visit.  Their laughter and Christmas excitement lights up our cabin.  We had a full day of treats that included sipping hot chocolate with mini marsh mellows, unwrapping gifts found under the tree, and in making Christmas sugar cookies.
 
 
Lake Webster was frozen in sections allowing the outside Christmas lights to cast a nice glow and reflection over the ice.
Our winter rental cabin is a perfect holiday setting to welcome children, family and friends.






See more of our 2009 Holiday Family Cabin Weekend: 
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Log Cabin Family Christmas Decorating

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 by Roxanne Turner
Last weekend a few family members of our Vacation Rentals Indiana log cabin gathered to decorate our winter cabin rental Christmas Tree.  It was a fun weekend of stringing the lights and hanging the new "woodland theme" Christmas ornaments that I carefully selected.  We love the cozy glow of the Christmas tree and the lights out back that look out on Lake Webster from our Lakefront Cabin Rentals.  
 
We had a loving weekend of decorating, eating, playing cards and watching one of our families favorite Christmas movies... Christmas Vacation.  I have seen it so many times but still laugh when the squirrel jumps out of the tree. 
 
Next weekend we have more family members coming with young children to visit the cabin... Can't wait!

HO HO HO!!!!
 


Christmas Tree trimming planned for our "Cabin Sweet Cabin"

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 by Roxanne Turner


 
This weekend we are packing up the pets and joining Wesley's youngest daughter and son in-law along with their dog to decorate our northern Indiana winter rental cabin. I enjoy decorating and for the past couple years I have been changing out old traditional cabin Christmas ornaments and replacing them with more of a rustic woodland theme.  

Our North Webster cabin can be so cozy in the winter with the upstairs and downstairs fireplaces going, Christmas tunes and sipping hot chocolate as we trim the Christmas Tree.  There's nothing like watching the snow fall over Lake Webster or catching a glimpse of deer walk over the frozen lake.
 
We have a fun weekend planned at our log cabin in Epworth Forest full of family dinners and activities.  I may even enlist the families help in making a few homemade cinnamon stick Christmas ornaments for the tree.  Maybe a few area friends will stop over for some holiday cheer.  We can't wait to create another family memory at our beloved Indiana Weekend Getaway Cabin. 
 

North Webster Antique Stores

Wednesday, December 2, 2009 by Jess Wehner
Looking for a unique gift for Christmas, or maybe you are redecorating your home?  Why not take a Indiana Weekend Getaway trip to North Webster to visit all of the unique antique shops in the area.  During the winter time, your family probably won't be spending much time out on the water, making it a great time to stop by the local stores in town.  Here's a list of some great antique stores to stop by:

North Webster
  1. Heart of the Lakes Antique Mall - 132 N Main Street, North Webster, Indiana
  2. Judy's De Ja Vu - Corner of St Rd 13 and Huntington St., North Webster, IN
  3. Future Heirlooms - 105 E. Esterbrook, North Webster, IN
  4. The Old General Store - 221 S. Main Street, North Webster, IN
Surronding Areas
  1. Apple Antiques & Art Mall -  117 E. Center St., Warsaw IN
  2. Gregory's Antique Mall, S.R. 13, Pierceton IN
  3. Old Theater Antique Mall, 103 N. First St., Pierceton IN.
  4. Amishland Antique Mall, 106 W. Market St., Nappanee IN.
  5. Antiques On Six Antique Mall, 26358 US Hwy. 6, Nappanee IN.
  6. Borkholder Dutch Village, C.R. 101, Nappanee IN.
  7. Nappanee Antique Mall, 156 So. Main St., Nappanee IN.
If you need a place to stay while touring up north, book Take It Easy Cabin for a winter cabin rental.  You'll be sure to have everything you need to relax after a long day of shopping!

A Thanksgiving Day Prayer from our Epworth Forest Cabin

Wednesday, November 25, 2009 by Roxanne Turner



A Thanksgiving Day Prayer


Lord, so often times, as any other day
When we sit down to our meal and pray

We hurry along and make fast the blessing
Thanks, amen. Now please pass the dressing

We're slaves to the olfactory overload
We must rush our prayer before the food gets cold

But Lord, I'd like to take a few minute more
To really give thanks to what I'm thankful for

For my family, my health, a nice soft bed
My friends, my freedom, a roof over my head

I'm thankful right now to be surrounded by those
Whose lives touch me more than they'll ever possibly know

Thankful Lord, that You've blessed me beyond measure
Thankful that in my heart lives life's greatest treasure

That You, dear God, reside in that place
And I'm ever so grateful for Your unending grace

So please, heavenly Father, bless this food You've provided
And bless each and every person invited

Amen!
--Scott Wesemann

From our family to yours, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and hope you are able to find time to relax and enjoy family, even if it's not at our Epworth Forest Cabin.  If you're looking for a rent cabin Indiana home for this holiday season, check out the Take It Easy Cabin.  There are still open weeks and weekends throughout the end of the year.

Thanksgiving 2009

Tuesday, November 24, 2009 by Wesley Duke Sapp

This will be a special year at Epworth Forest.  I don't recall ever visiting the Lake Webster Fishing area during Thanksgiving week.  It should be great and, bonus, our friends the Fribley's will be at their Cabin Rental Indiana "Panorama" this week too.

We've had a very mild fall.  Great for Muskie Fishing Indiana.  Now it's time to prepare for our Winter Cabin Rental.  We're spending 2 weekends with family at the cabin in December and then, another first, we have guests staying at Take It Easy Cabin on Christmas Eve.  Happy Holidays everyone!
 

Celebrate families and togetherness this Thanksgiving Day

Monday, November 16, 2009 by Roxanne Turner


Celebrate families and togetherness this Thanksgiving Day at our Epworth Forest Winter Cabin rental with some time-honored traditions, which gives one a sense of family identity and meaningfulness that can last for generations. Here are some ideas from Susie Cortright for starting new family traditions - and for revering the old ones:

1. Sit down with your family and reminisce about your childhood celebrations. What do you remember most about Thanksgiving and the days that follow? Thanksgiving traditions can be much more than just food and recipes. In what ways did your childhood traditions symbolize particular values, such as abundance, generosity, the importance of family? What would you like to do that's the same? What would you do like to do differently?

2. Make a small booklet or a mini scrapbook album (which you can either make or purchase.) Write "Five Things I Love About My Family and Friends" and keep it out on the table during your Thanksgiving celebration. Each guest can come and record thoughts and insights. Other themes to try: "Five Things I'm Thankful For" or "Five Wishes for my Family and Friends." An even simpler approach would be to put one sheet of cardstock out for each year - and combine them together over the years in a Thanksgiving Gratitude Scrapbook.

3. Keep a Family Gratitude Journal through the year. Each night, a family member can share something that they are grateful for. Share the highlights of this family tradition at the dinner table on Thanksgiving Day.

4. Make a Gratitude Circle. Before the Thanksgiving meal, everyone stands and holds hands in a circle. Guests each take a turn sharing what they are grateful for. Or - if your guests are on the shy side - ask everyone to write down their blessings on a piece of paper, which you can read before or after dinner.

5. Designate a particular tablecloth for your family Thanksgiving celebrations. Provide fabric markers where guests can record their "gratitudes" or special prayers for the year ahead. Ask your guests to sign and date each message, as you'll be using the same tablecloth year after year.

7. Make a hostess gift for the person who is cooking this year. Purchase an apron or a t-shirt or a gift album with sentiments of thanks from each guest. Present the gift after dinner.

8. Show your gratitude to an unsung hero. Get together with your family and decide on a person or a group in your community who could use an extra pat on the back, ie. firefighters, soldiers, police officers, volunteers. Put together a special plate of goodies and deliver it (or pack it up for shipping) as a family.

9. Preserve your traditions. After the meal, record everyone's favorite activities. Appoint one person to be the scribe - or ask everyone to jot down a few thoughts. And don't forget to take lots of photos. It's fun to place disposable cameras throughout the house so everyone can capture bits of the action.


Our Vacation Home Indiana Log Cabin is the perfect place to create family moments and traditions over the holidays.
 

Pie Eyed Petey's... Our favorite casual dining spot

Saturday, November 14, 2009 by Roxanne Turner

Whenever we go to our Vacation Rentals Indiana cabin we always try to take a short drive to Leesburg, IN to eat or have a drink at Pie Eyed Petey's.   It has great food and a kicky upbeat atmosphere that you'll enjoy.   The inside is decorated in a pirate/nautical theme including boat seating.  The Restaurant is less than 20 minutes from our Lakefront Cabin Rental in Epworth Forest and we think one the area's nicest casual spots to have fun.  Last weekend we dinned in one of their boat seats and grabbed a delicious pizza.