The Week 2 photo contest has ended and a winner has been chosen! Congratulations to Elliemae for submitting the winning photo for the “Summer Vacations” theme! The Week 3 contest for the “Back to School” theme started today…for details on how YOU can enter to win a free copy of America at Home (with YOUR favorite photo on the cover), click HERE!

Week 2 Photo Contest Winner: Summer Vacations

You all submitted the CUTEST photos this week - amazing beach photos definitely topped the list.  Though the photo above had a slightly different “motif”, I loved EVERY element of it!  “Little Boy Blue Spends Summer Vacation with Grandpa” is what I’ve titled it…if you look closely, Grandpa and Grandson are working on a miniature train set that has been built IN THE FLOWER BEDS!  The greenery serves as a perfectly proportioned backdrop for the train, and the scene is even complete with an American flag.

It’s true that a picture is worth a thousand words…and though no explanation came with the photo (all of the above are just my additives), all kinds of thoughts came to mind: taking the time to enjoy the time spent with family, enjoying vacation in your own backyard, a train ride through time with Grandpa…I’d love to hear the real story behind it!

Elliemae, send me your mailing address for your free hardcover copy of America at Home!

(And feel free to share the story! )